Sri Lanka’s legislative process is facing serious shortcomings, while many parliamentarians are voting on bills without fully understanding their contents, United Nations Resident Coordinator in Sri Lanka Marc-André Franche has said. Addressing
by A Special Correspondent in Colombo Sri Lanka plunged into total darkness yesterday, and with it, the government’s credibility dimmed even further. What started as an almost laughable explanation—that a monkey had
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by Durga No doubt, no one can hide criminal history in Sri Lanka where a number of untold stories remain buried beneath its soil. Beyond political atrocities and wartime massacres, the island
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Major companies in Oman, Abu Dhabi, and Saudi Arabia are stepping into metal trading as Gulf states seek to capitalize on the growing demand for critical minerals while reducing their dependence on
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The White House has yet to determine its stance on a UK-Mauritius agreement concerning the Chagos Islands, a decision with significant national security implications for the strategic UK-US military base on Diego
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India’s economic trajectory requires a bold reform agenda to achieve Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s vision of transforming the country into a developed nation by 2047. While ambition is commendable, matching it with
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Tensions between the United States and China are nearing a breaking point as a new wave of tariffs threatens to reignite a full-scale trade war. Analysts warn that if the two economic
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Activist hedge fund Elliott Management has acquired a stake in BP, raising speculation that the struggling UK oil giant could face pressure to scale back its green energy initiatives and refocus on
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The global shipping industry’s hopes for a return to normal trade through the Red Sea have been dealt a blow following U.S. President Donald Trump’s proposal to take over Gaza. Shipping executives
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Israel Police has purchased an armored boat from an obscure Emirati company without an official bidding process, despite concerns from naval experts and senior police officials who question the necessity of such
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The East China Sea has become a flashpoint for rising tensions between two of Asia’s most powerful nations—China and Japan. At the heart of this dispute lies a small cluster of uninhabited
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The global diamond industry is often seen as a domain of natural wonders, sparkling gems, and ancient traditions, yet Israel has managed to carve out an astonishingly prominent role in this glittering
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it has been confirmed that the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) provided full financial assistance to Anwar al-Awlaki, a U.S.-born member of al-Qaeda, for his education at Colorado State University in
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A group of 200 former CIA officers has ignited a firestorm of controversy with a bold protest against what they perceive as an unjust attack on their careers. These veterans, part of
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A series of reports have reignited suspicions about the US government’s involvement in the origins of the COVID-19 pandemic. At the centre of the debate is EcoHealth Alliance, a non-profit organization that
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by Our Diplomatic Affairs Editor The passing of Sam Nujoma, the revered father of Namibia’s independence, at the age of 95 marks the close of a chapter not just for his country
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