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WEBThe Embassy of the Republic of Latvia in New Delhi, which also oversees matters related to Sri Lanka, has issued a statement addressing recent publications in the Sri Lanka Guardian concerning the ongoing situation involving the vessel Asian Majesty, currently moored in …
President-Elect Anura Kumara Dissanayake: A Defining Moment in …
WEB16 hours ago · The Janatha Vimukthi Peramuna (JVP), a key part of Dissanayake’s NPP coalition, has its own turbulent history. Known for its radical past, including violent uprisings in the 1970s and 1980s, the JVP was once synonymous with bloodshed and rebellion. These uprisings were crushed, and the party was left in ruins.
Sri Lanka’s Road to Recovery and Growth — Part 1
WEBAug 22, 2024 · The long-standing commitment of successive governments to public welfare has enabled Sri Lanka’s life expectancy at birth to reach 72 years as early as 1990, well ahead of most income and regional peers. Sri Lanka’s infant mortality in 2019 was 6 per 1,000 live births, still one of the lowest among peers. Secondary school enrolment was 96% ...
Sri Lanka: Presidential Elections Dispatches — Issue 7
WEBAug 21, 2024 · Editorial Note: As Sri Lanka approaches its pivotal presidential election, the landscape is abuzz with a flurry of statements, promises, and controversies.This dispatch provides a comprehensive overview of the latest developments from various candidates and political factions, offering insights into their strategies, public engagements, and the regulatory framework governing their campaigns.
A Nation on the Edge: Sri Lanka’s Battle against Rising Crime and ...
WEBAt the core of this tumultuous narrative lies the age-old tale of rival gangs locked in a never-ending battle for dominance. These modern-day feuds, often rooted in personal grievances and historical animosities, play out on the streets, leaving a trail of destruction in their wake. Yet, the surge of crime in Sri Lanka is not confined to these ...
Language in Sri Lanka’s National Question
WEBJul 30, 2024 · Contrastingly, in Sri Lanka—except for Colombo—the prevalence of Sinhala and Tamil speakers remains uncertain. Drawing lessons from Australia’s inclusive language policy, Sri Lanka can foster peace, human rights, and social cohesion through equitable language education. Lionel Bopage was an Editorial Adviser of Sri Lanka Guardian from ...
Empowering change and resilience: Social protection in the age of ...
WEB2 days ago · Overall, Asia and the Pacific is making slow but steady progress implementing social protection systems for all by 2030 (SDG target 1.3). Available country data indicate that between 2016 and 2022, coverage increased (excluding health) across the life cycle, for children, persons with disabilities, people of working age and those in old age, in line with the concept of a social protection ...
Sri Lanka: Still, the mirage | Sri Lanka Guardian
WEBAccording to the Bible, Adam and Eve existed in a state of innocence until they imbibed the fruit from the Tree of knowledge. In Sri Lanka, voters exist in a never ending state of innocence, a forever unknowing. Every election is preceded by hyperbolic hope; in the immediate aftermath comes euphoria, followed by disenchantment, despair, and anger.
Sri Lanka’s Crisis Demands Real Solutions
WEBSri Lanka urgently requires the leadership driven by compassion and foresight to circumnavigate its multifaceted crisis. This demands a profound commitment to systemic reform, where economic stability is intricately linked with social justice. Anything short of this comprehensive overhaul would betray the resilience and aspirations of its people.
IMF’s Call for Reform in 16 Points: Sri Lanka’s Governance Challenge
WEBOct 3, 2023 · The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has issued a stern and uncompromising call to action. In its recently unveiled Governance Diagnostic Assessment (GDA) on Sri Lanka, the IMF has laid bare a stark reality: systematic and deeply entrenched governance weaknesses, coupled with rampant corruption vulnerabilities, are throttling the nation’s growth potential.