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WEBA Day of Valor: Celebrating Pakistan’s 1965 Victory. Defence Day is a day to promise that we will never forget the sacrifices of our armed forces.by Muhammad Wasama KhalidPakistan’s brave armed forces fought valiantly... Read More. Sri …
Sri Lanka’s Road to Recovery and Growth — Part 3
WEBAug 26, 2024 · Sri Lanka’s programme includes a primary budget surplus of 2.3% of GDP from 2025 till 2032. This forms a key input into the Gross Financing Needs (GFN) target in particular. The primary budget balance in turn determines the fiscal path in terms of how revenue must increase and expenditure must be managed to enable the 2.3% target to …
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.
Sri Lanka: Victory Elusive, Mr. President | Sri Lanka Guardian
WEBJul 4, 2024 · This was a critical step towards recovery after Sri Lanka’s 2022 financial crash. “Sri Lanka won” Wickremesinghe said after saying, “Sri Lanka concluded negotiations with the Official Creditor Committee (OCC) and the Exim Bank of China.”. The President was referring to the agreement Sri Lanka had signed in Paris on June 26 with the ...
Sri Lanka: Situation Normal, All Fouled Up
WEBIn March, the IMF awarded the first tranche of $330 million after it approved $ 2.9 billion rescue package to Sri Lanka. In a statement the IMF said, “the people of Sri Lanka have shown remarkable resilience and the authorities have made significant progress on important reforms.”.
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 ...
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.
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.
Sri Lanka: GTF Restates Confidence in the 'Himalaya Declaration'
WEBDec 21, 2023 · The Declaration at its core is a framework agreement between SBSL and GTF that articulates – a shared vision for a better Sri Lanka for all its peoples. We believe this is a guiding document that a vast amount of people from all communities can identify with, hence, serve as a useful starting point for a national conversation on peace building.
Sri Lanka Guardian: Illuminating a World in Flux
WEBAug 16, 2023 · The culmination of 2009 heralded the cessation of the civil war, breathing life into a new dawn for the nation. The initial years radiated with potential as dedicated individuals toiled tirelessly to reconstruct a country ravaged by a conflict some attribute to India’s punitive intentions towards a Sri Lankan government accused of marginalizing minority rights—ironically, a demographic ...