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Sri Lanka Introduces Reform Bill to Clip Presidential Powers

Sri Lanka Introduces Reform Bill to Clip Presidential Powers

By Krishan Francis
If passed into law, the amendments would reinstate democratic reforms made in 2015 and then reversed in 2020 under President Gotabaya Rajapaksa.

How Australia Can Help Sri Lanka

How Australia Can Help Sri Lanka

By Grant Wyeth
If the northeast Indian Ocean is of strategic interest to Australia, then the current economic and political crisis in Sri Lanka ought to be a pressing concern for Canberra. 
Ranil Wickremesinghe Elected Sri Lanka’s New President

Ranil Wickremesinghe Elected Sri Lanka’s New President

By Krishan Francis
Widely seen to be an ally of the Rajapaksas, his election could reignite fresh protests on the restive island.

Sri Lanka Lawmakers to Pick New President but No Deal on Prime Minister

Sri Lanka Lawmakers to Pick New President but No Deal on Prime Minister

By Krishan Francis
President Gotabaya Rajapaksa promised to step down, while Prime Minister Ranil Wickremesinghe said he would leave once a new government was in place.

The Rajapaksa Regime Is Gone. What Next for Sri Lanka?

The Rajapaksa Regime Is Gone. What Next for Sri Lanka?

By P.K. Balachandran
“Gota” is finally gone, but ending Sri Lanka’s chronic instability will be an even harder task than ousting the Rajapaksas.

Wickremesinghe Chosen Sri Lanka Prime Minister in Effort to Quell Crisis

Wickremesinghe Chosen Sri Lanka Prime Minister in Effort to Quell Crisis

By Krishan Francis and Bharatha Mallawarachi
The president's selection of Wickremesinghe a five-time former prime minister, is an attempt to end the violence and restore international credibility.

Sri Lanka Government Wins Parliament Vote Amid Protests

Sri Lanka Government Wins Parliament Vote Amid Protests

By Bharatha Mallawarachi
Ranjith Siyambalapitiya, backed by the ruling coalition led by President Gotabaya Rajapaksa, was re-elected deputy speaker after having resigned in April.
Sri Lanka Opposition Declares No Confidence in Government

Sri Lanka Opposition Declares No Confidence in Government

By Krishan Francis
A majority vote in the 225-member Parliament would be needed to remove Rajapaksa and the Cabinet from power. 

Lawmaker: Sri Lanka President Agrees to Remove Brother as Prime Minister

Lawmaker: Sri Lanka President Agrees to Remove Brother as Prime Minister

By Krishan Francis
MP (and former president) Sirisena says Gotabaya Rajapaksa has agreed to a national council and a new prime minister; the prime minister's spokesperson said that had not been communicated yet.

Sri Lanka Police Open Fire on Protesters; 1 Dead, 10 Injured

Sri Lanka Police Open Fire on Protesters; 1 Dead, 10 Injured

By Krishan Francis and Bharatha Mallawarachi
It was the first shooting by security forces amid weeks of protests against the Rajapaksa government and a worsening economic crisis.

Sri Lanka’s Oppressive Stability Starts to Crumble

Sri Lanka’s Oppressive Stability Starts to Crumble

By Isha Gupta
Facing Sri Lanka's worst economic crisis, the Rajapaksa family's appeals to national security and Sinhala Buddhist nationalism may no longer be enough to keep them in power.
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