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3 days ago · By Jayadeva Uyangoda, Amit Baruah Courtesy Z Network Jayadeva Uyangoda, emeritus professor of political science at the University of Colombo, spoke to Amit Baruah about the groundbreaking November 14 election results and their implications for Sri Lanka’s future. He discusses South Asian politics, democratic movements, and social transformation.
Sri Lanka launches probe into Adani projects after US charges
3 days ago · Courtesy TRTWorld It approved a $442 million Adani wind power deal in the island’s northwest in February 2023 but the vast project is stalled by a court challenge over environmental issues. Sri Lanka has opened an investigation into the local investments of India’s Adani Group in the wake of US bribery charges against its tycoon […]
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Courtesy PIME Asia News The annual document for Pope Francis on initiatives for the prevention of child abuse was presented today. The Commission calls on local Churches to overcome a culture of silence, a reluctance to report abuse, and a general lack of education and awareness concerning safeguarding practices.”
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Nov 14, 2024 · Courtesy VOA. New Delhi — Millions of Sri Lankans voted Thursday to choose a new parliament in a key election that will decide if the country’s new leftist president gets the mandate to push ahead with his agenda of improving lives for millions of people struggling with an economic downturn and stamping out corruption.
Can Sri Lanka Balance IMF Reforms with Relief for Its Citizens?
Nov 19, 2024 · Maria Tavernini Courtesy Reset Dialogues The sweeping majority secured by Sri Lankan President Anura Kumara Dissanayake’s leftist coalition in the snap parliamentary election on November 14 marks a major shift in the country’s electoral landscape.Cutting across ethnic and religious differences, Sri Lankans swept the National People’s Power (NPP) front to a landslide victory, granting ...
Sri Lanka at the Crossroads: The Presidential Election 2024
Sep 8, 2024 · Dr Anchita Borthakur, Research Associate, Courtesy VIF Introduction. Sri Lanka is gearing up for its first Presidential election after the Island nation was hit by massive economic/political turmoil in 2022.
Why Sri Lanka Must Rethink its Engagement with Adani Group
3 days ago · For the new government, acting upon deals with Adani is more than a legal or economic issue. It is a test of its commitment to fighting corruption. Gautam Adani, the chairperson of Indian conglomerate, Adani Group (right) poses with Sri Lankan President Gotabaya Rajapaksa after discussing the ...
Sri Lankan election shines light on president’s legacy and links
Aug 20, 2024 · MUNZA MUSHTAQ Courtesy NikkeiAsia. Wickremesinghe stabilized economy but ties to Rajapaksa clan could hurt. President Ranil Wickremesinghe gestures as he arrives at the Election Commission on Aug.15 in Colombo to submit his nomination papers for the upcoming presidential election.
Sri Lanka’s New President Faces Daunting Challenges and High …
Oct 1, 2024 · By: Tamanna Salikuddin; Nilanthi Samaranayake Courtesy United States Institute of Peace KEY TAKEAWAYS Two years after a seismic political and economic crisis rocked Sri Lanka and brought citizens to the streets in mass protests movements that ousted President Gotabaya Rajapaksa, Sri Lanka’s citizens went to the polls to cast their votes for a new president.