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China-Sri Lanka
What Underlies China’s Rise in South Asia?
By Rathindra Kuruwita
China’s efforts to contain India may be less important than smaller countries’ desire to counterbalance Indian influence.
India’s Strategic Stakes in Sri Lanka’s Presidential Election
By Rathindra Kuruwita
New Delhi is said to be backing Sajith Premadasa of the SJB, a party that is not only more pro-India but also committed to implementing the 13th Amendment.
What Swirls Beneath Research Activity of Chinese Ships in the Indian Ocean?
By Rathindra Kuruwita
Collection of oceanic data will provide China with information about seabed resources and also help it prepare for submarine warfare.
India-China Tango Continues in Sri Lanka
By Rajeswari Pillai Rajagopalan
Once again, the pending visit of a Chinese research vessel to Sri Lanka has touched off Indian objections.
Sri Lanka Begins Crucial Debt Restructuring Talks with China
By Krishan Francis
Sri Lanka is nearly bankrupt and has suspended repaying its $51 billion foreign debt, of which it must repay $28 billion by 2027.
Is India Squandering its Social Capital in Sri Lanka?
By Rathindra Kuruwita
Only a few months ago, Sri Lankans were grateful to India for its help during the economic crisis. Now the mood is changing.
US and India Score Tactical Victories Vis-à-Vis China in Taiwan and Sri Lanka
By Rathindra Kuruwita
This could prompt China to fast-track plans to challenge the current rules-based international order.
Opportunity Opens Up For India to Regain Influence in South Asia
By Sameer Patil and Don McLain Gill
Back-to-back economic crises induced by Chinese investments raises questions about the effectiveness of China’s role as a development partner in the region.
Sri Lanka Overestimates its Importance to China
By Rathindra Kuruwita
India is a massive market that has great potential. If letting go of Sri Lanka allows China to improve its relationship with India, it will.
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