China and Sri Lanka first became connected through Buddhism and later through the Maritime Silk Road. The friendship between the two peoples has transcended time and continues today. For decades, many residents
by Luxman Aravind In politics, there comes a moment when a leader must recognise that their time has passed. This is not a matter of letting go with grace but understanding, deep
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A three-member delegation from the National Federation of Journalists (NFJ) visited the High Commission of Sri Lanka in Islamabad, engaging in a productive discussion with Admiral (R) Ravindra C. Wijegunaratne, the High
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by Qiang Zhu, Lanlan Gui, Sujing GuoSchool of Economics and Management, Huzhou University, China This paper systematically explores the economic and trade cooperation between China and Sri Lanka based on the SWOT
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As Anura Kumara Dissanayake embarks on his presidency, the clouds of political uncertainty are gathering over Sri Lanka, raising questions about his ability to navigate the turbulent waters ahead. Sworn in on
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This series is based on the Sri Lankan civil war, exploring the experiences of a naval officer who played a crucial role in operations against the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE).
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Editorial As we reflect on the anniversary of Senaka Bibile’s death, we are confronted with a sobering reality: the very ideals he championed have been betrayed, twisted, and abandoned. Once a beacon
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“A journey of a thousand miles begins with a single step.” – Confucius A NEW DAWN? World Tourism Day falls on 27 September each year. This year was of special significance for
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Almost everyone in Sri Lanka knows that economic stability must be established if we are to be considered a stable and reliable government. Years, if not decades, of mismanagement, or “vedamathaya” and/or
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Editorial President Anura Kumara Dissanayake’s initiative to radically transform Sri Lanka’s foreign service could be seen as a turning point. However, while the move is commendable, it raises essential questions about the
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The media, both in Sri Lanka and abroad, have described the new President of Sri Lanka, Kumara Dissanayake, as a leftist, communist, or Marxist, whatever the term may mean. Regardless of the
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