ACPOSL Press Conference

ACPOSL hosted a successful press conference in Colombo on 19 August, 2025 to address critical issues regarding intellectual property rights in the music industry.

A primary focus of the event was to provide an accurate technical analysis of song-related IP laws, specifically to counter recent misinformation circulating on social media.

The briefing was led by Chairman Nilar N. Cassim alongside Board Directors Sarath de Alwis, Ranga Dasanayake, Amith Liyanage, and Nisal Gamage.

A distinguished group of veteran members and creators also participated, including:

• Dr. Rohana Weerasinghe
• Kularatne Ariyawansa
• Wasantha Kumara Kobawaka
• Rookantha Gunathilake
• Nadeeka Jayawardena
• Navaratne Gamage
• Darshana Ruwan Dissanayake

The press conference served as a vital platform to safeguard the rights of creators and ensure the public receives verified information regarding the legal landscape of the Sri Lankan music industry.