Be patient, I will gradually turn the ailing economy around: Sri Lanka PM
“I am going to change many of the policies of the Rajapakasa government,” he said.
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‘The agony of the stomach’ shaping up as major factor in Sri Lanka’s regional politics
Material hardship was the trigger to the avalanche of opposition to the Rajapaksa administration which later took on more political dimensions.
Is the quest for uncorrupted politicians futile?
The writer says it is important to start building democratic institutions with checks and balances that can rein in corrupt people.
Sri Lanka President agrees to form interim government with new PM, cabinet: Sirisena
The president has also agreed to appoint a National Council as proposed by Sirisena’s Sri Lanka Freedom Party.
Sri Lanka speaker warns of food crisis, urges all MPs to unite to overcome it
He appealed to lawmakers to sink their political differences, as the country was facing a critical situation, and come together to find solutions.
Sri Lanka asks for food aid
The continuously raging Covid-19 pandemic and the dramatically changing international situation have further worsened the global food shortage and shipping capacity.