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
In the current context of Sri Lanka’s national security, it is evident that significant structural reforms are imperative. While the importance of a secure nation is widely acknowledged, there seems to be
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“Sri Lanka has become one of the fastest aging countries in the world. Its share of the population over 60 years of age, which was 12% in 2014, has exceeded the average of
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The Ministry of Defence in Sri Lanka has announced that approximately 85% of license holders have returned firearms and ammunition issued to them for personal protection, following its directive to recall all
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Editorial In 1977, President J. R. Jayewardene envisioned a nation where poverty and illiteracy could be eradicated through collective effort. The President’s Fund, fueled by the Development Lottery, was born out of
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The following article, published in the Global Times in Beijing, critiques certain Indian media outlets for diverting attention from Sri Lankan President Anura Kumara Dissanayake’s visit to India by framing narratives aimed
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Former Sri Lankan President Ranil Wickremesinghe has welcomed the steps taken by President Anura Kumara Dissanayake to advance economic cooperation with India, particularly through the Economic and Technical Cooperation Agreement (ETCA). In
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The Public Security Minister, Ananda Wijeypala, announced in Parliament today that military security provided to former presidents will be withdrawn starting next week. Going forward, only police protection will be allocated to
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Sri Lanka’s recent restructuring of $12.55 billion in international bond debt has sparked considerable controversy, particularly due to the introduction of a set of unprecedented financial instruments. The government’s new bonds are
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by Our Economic Affairs Editor A latest report by the International Monetary Fund (IMF) highlights pressing concerns about Sri Lanka’s public debt management systems, underscoring critical deficiencies in the nation’s legal and
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by Our Special Correspondent in New Delhi A senior diplomat in New Delhi, who wished to remain anonymous, has revealed that the Indian central government is no longer confident in the 13th
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