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China Expands Its Footprint in Sri Lanka

By Sudha Ramachandran

September 11, 2018

China is moving into new geographical areas of Sri Lanka, where Indian influence has traditionally been strongest.

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July 19, 2018

Sri Lanka’s Strategy for Regional Security

As geopolitical competition intensifies in the Indian Ocean, Sri Lanka’s best strategy is to stand for a rules-based order.

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Sri Lanka’s Strategy for Regional Security

June 29, 2018

In Sri Lanka, a Dying Livelihood, a Tourist Attraction

Stilt fishing has declined, but tourism keeps Sri Lankan men on the poles.

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In Sri Lanka, a Dying Livelihood, a Tourist Attraction

March 13, 2018

Sri Lanka's Anti-Muslim Violence

Anti-Muslim violence on the island has a long history tied to conceptions of Sinhalese-Buddhist identity.

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Sri Lanka's Anti-Muslim Violence

January 20, 2017

Sri Lanka: The Rajapaksas Rise Again

Disillusionment with the Sirisena regime is running high, giving the Rajapaksa clan a chance to reclaim lost glory.

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Sri Lanka: The Rajapaksas Rise Again

December 09, 2016

Sri Lanka’s Quest for Strategic Prominence in the Indian Ocean

At the Galle Dialogue, Sri Lanka tries to carve out a role for itself in the South Asian littorals.

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Sri Lanka’s Quest for Strategic Prominence in the Indian Ocean

August 29, 2016

Sri Lanka and Australia's Strategic Defense Interests

Based on Australia's Defense White Paper, the two countries can deepen strategic security cooperation.

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Sri Lanka and Australia's Strategic Defense Interests

May 09, 2016

China's Jewel in the Heart of the Indian Ocean

The Colombo Port City project was conceived by Sri Lanka, but is now an almost 100 percent Chinese undertaking.

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China's Jewel in the Heart of the Indian Ocean

August 31, 2015

Sri Lanka: Rajapaksa Foiled Again

Is it the end of the road for the country’s former strongman?

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Sri Lanka: Rajapaksa Foiled Again

August 26, 2015

Sri Lanka: A Lesson for U.S. Strategy

Sri Lanka provides a glimpse of small power-great power relations in a future multipolar world order.

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Sri Lanka: A Lesson for U.S. Strategy

August 13, 2015

Sri Lanka’s Elections: Rajapaksa Tries a Comeback

The former president is leaving no stone unturned in his bid to become prime minister.

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Sri Lanka’s Elections: Rajapaksa Tries a Comeback

May 26, 2015

Sri Lanka: Balancing Ties Between China and the West

The country’s foreign policy has shifted significantly since the elections. Will that continue?

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Sri Lanka: Balancing Ties Between China and the West

April 09, 2015

How Sri Lanka Won the War

Lessons in strategy from an overlooked victory

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How Sri Lanka Won the War

February 26, 2015

A New Era for India-Sri Lanka Relations?

A recent visit has encouraged optimism, but India will struggle to counter China’s influence.

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A New Era for India-Sri Lanka Relations?

February 03, 2015

Sri Lanka: Hope for Minorities?

Any optimism felt by the country’s beleaguered minorities remains tempered.

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Sri Lanka: Hope for Minorities?

January 27, 2015

Sri Lanka’s Uncertain Road Ahead

An increasingly authoritarian president is ousted, but the road ahead is uncertain.

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Sri Lanka’s Uncertain Road Ahead

January 25, 2015

A Game Changer for China and India in Sri Lanka?

India may be celebrating the election result in Sri Lanka, but China is in the region for the long haul.

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A Game Changer for China and India in Sri Lanka?

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