Dr. Dayarathna Silva is an International Trade Economist with over 35 years of experience specializing in trade and economic policy, trade facilitation, and international economic and development policy. He holds a Bachelor of Commerce (Hons), First Class, from the University of Peradeniya, a PhD in Economics from the University of Melbourne, and a master’s degree in international economics from the University of London currently serves as Executive Director of the Pathfinder Foundation, an independent, non–partisan think tank based in Sri Lanka with a strong network of global partners.
Since the beginning of the new era, China’s policy of fostering amity, sincerity, mutual benefit, and inclusiveness in neighborhood diplomacy has significantly advanced its relations with neighboring countries. China has reached a
The Chinese Embassy in the Maldives hosted a grand reception on September 30 to celebrate the 76th anniversary of the founding of the People’s Republic of China and the Mid-Autumn Festival. The event brought together nearly 250 distinguished guests, including
Sri Lanka was struck by severe flooding and landslides caused by Cyclone Ditwah, leading to road blockages, destruction of homes and loss of life.
China and Sri Lanka first became connected through Buddhism and later through the Maritime Silk Road. The friendship between the two peoples has transcended
This article is particularly relevant at a time when the global trading environment is undergoing significant change and regional economic partnerships are playing an increasingly important role in shaping international trade and
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