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Curfew imposed in Sri Lanka amid counting of votes in presidential election

Election being seen as referendum on Ranil Wickremesinghe who has restored some economic stability in crisis-hit nation.

Al Jazeera · Sep 21, 2024

Sri Lanka election 2024: Who could be the next president, what’s at stake?

Economic issues top the agenda as the island country of 22 million goes to the polls to elect its 10th president.

Al Jazeera · Sep 20, 2024

As Sri Lanka votes, a $2.9bn IMF loan looms large

Ranil Wickremesinghe, Anura Kumara Dissanayake and Sajith Premadasa are contesting an election focused on the economy.

Al Jazeera · Sep 20, 2024

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‘The hardship is still there’: Sri Lanka prepares to vote as hopes of revolution falter

Saturday’s election will be the first since a people’s movement toppled the president. But other problems have proved harder to shift

The Guardian - UK · Sep 20, 2024

Sri Lanka To Vote In First Poll Since Economic Collapse

Cash-strapped Sri Lanka will vote for its next president Saturday in an effective referendum on an unpopular International Monetary Fund austerity plan enacted after the island nation's unprecedented financial crisis.

International Business Times · Sep 19, 2024

Sri Lanka's presidential election a test for current leader, 2 years after its economy hit bottom

Sri Lankans who usually vote along religious and ethnic lines will be keeping another factor in mind when they vote Saturday on a new president

The Independent UK · Sep 19, 2024

Cash-strapped Sri Lanka Eyes China Development

Sri Lanka's economic collapse was partly blamed on struggling high-debt Chinese mega-projects, but candidates in Saturday's presidential election are banking on at least one of them to buck the trend.

International Business Times · Sep 18, 2024

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Sri Lankans' fury forced the powerful Rajapaksa clan out. Now its heir is running for president

The man who is considered the heir apparent to the powerful Rajapaksa family in Sri Lanka will contest the presidential election next week

The Independent UK · Sep 13, 2024

Tea Trouble Brews For Sri Lankan Presidential hopefuls

The backbone of the economy, Sri Lanka's tea pickers are determined to use their powerful vote to choose a president this month who will change grim working conditions for good.

International Business Times · Sep 11, 2024

The country famed for pristine beaches and ancient temples hoping change can rebuild tourism

Locals are waiting to see a rebound after Covid

The Independent UK · Sep 5, 2024

Sri Lanka's Presidential Race: Working Class Alliance Emerges Strong

Explore the rise of the National People's Power alliance in Sri Lanka's presidential race and its promise of change amidst economic challenges and public d...

Record 39 candidates to run in Sri Lanka’s presidential election

Economy remains key issue after protesters angered by financial crisis toppled President Gotabaya Rajapaksa in 2022.

Al Jazeera · Aug 15, 2024

Sri Lanka President Faces Tough Challengers In Elections

Sri Lankan President Ranil Wickremesinghe faces 38 challengers in polls next month, the election commission said Thursday after nominations closed, with ally-turned-rival Sajith Premadasa leading the pack.

International Business Times · Aug 15, 2024

Bangladesh protests are not the first time student uprisings have helped bring about radical change

In Bangladesh, weeks of protests against a quota system for government jobs turned into a broad uprising that forced the prime minister to flee the country and resign

The Independent UK · Aug 9, 2024

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Namal Rajapaksa To Contest Presidential Election In Sri Lanka

Namal Rajapaksa announced as presidential candidate in Sri Lanka amid economic challenges and political rivalries. Election holds significance for the nati...

Al Jazeera · Aug 7, 2024

Son of Sri Lanka’s ex-leader Mahinda Rajapaksa to run for president

Governing party nominated Namal Rajapaksa to challenge incumbent Ranil Wickremesinghe in the September 21 election.

The Independent UK · Aug 7, 2024

Heir apparent to Sri Lanka's powerful Rajapaksa family will run in September's presidential election

The man who is considered the heir apparent to the powerful Rajapaksa family in Sri Lanka will contest the presidential election in September

Al Jazeera · Jul 26, 2024

Sri Lanka presidential election set for September 21 amid ailing economy

President Wickremesinghe is first candidate to register at the Election Commission as he seeks mandate from voters.

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Sri Lanka To Hold Presidential Election Amid Economic Crisis

Sri Lanka's upcoming presidential election amid economic crisis and debt restructuring efforts.

International Business Times · Jul 26, 2024

Sri Lanka Announces First Presidential Vote Since Unrest

Sri Lanka's first presidential elections since an unprecedented economic crisis spurred widespread unrest will be held in September, the election commission said Friday.

The Independent UK · Jun 26, 2024

Sri Lanka reaches deal on debt restructuring with bilateral creditors including China and France

Sri Lanka’s President Ranil Wickremesinghe has announced a debt restructuring deal with countries including India, France, Japan and China in a televised address to the nation

International Business Times · Jun 26, 2024

Sri Lanka Seals Partial Debt Deal After Financial Crash

Cash-strapped Sri Lanka said Wednesday it had clinched a restructuring deal with a majority of bilateral lenders covering up to $5.8 billion in debt, a key step towards recovery after a 2022 financial crash.

Al Jazeera · Mar 22, 2024

Economic conditions in debt-stricken Sri Lanka improving, IMF says

IMF says inflation has dropped from 70 percent, economy expanded in the second half of 2023.

The Hindu · Feb 9, 2024

U.S.-China tussle, warships in Indian Ocean dominate India-sponsored IOC conference in Perth, as Jaishankar takes aim at China

Growing concerns over the militarization of the Indian Ocean and great power rivalry discussed at Indian Ocean Conference in Perth.

The Hindu · Jan 29, 2024

Foreign Secretary visits Bhutan amidst a number of moves by the government in the neighbourhood

Foreign Secretary Vinay Kwatra visits Bhutan to discuss bilateral ties, including cooperation on projects and border talks.

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