‘Need a change’: Sri Lanka’s leftist win sparks hopes, bridges old divides President Dissanayake’s party has won a two-thirds majority in parliament, including among Tamils and Muslims. Al Jazeera · Nov 16, 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
Wickremesinghe’s election as Sri Lankan PM could have severe consequences Analysis: Political turmoil could hinder any chance of tackling the ongoing economic crisis The Guardian - UK · Jul 21, 2022
Sri Lanka protesters staying put until president, PM leave office Thousands occupying the presidential palace are determined to stay until both the president and PM step down officially. Al Jazeera · Jul 10, 2022