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Sri Lanka
November 27, 2019
What Will Rajapaksa’s Return Mean for India-Sri Lanka Relations?
By Rajeswari Pillai Rajagopalan
A closer look at what Sri Lanka’s recent election results may mean for ties between New Delhi and Colombo.
November 27, 2019
Human Rights, Reconciliation, and Peace in Sri Lanka Under Gotabaya Rajapaksa
By Ankit Panda
Taylor Dibbert discusses the consequences of Gotabaya Rajapaksa's victory.
November 23, 2019
India’s Approach to the Sri Lankan Election: Proactive and Pre-emptive?
By Ashutosh Nagda
Rather than a reactionary response to the election of Gotabaya Rajapaksa, India appeared prepared for the political developments in Sri Lanka.
November 18, 2019
Sri Lanka’s Rajapaksas Are Back in Power
By Sudha Ramachandran
Gotabaya Rajapaksa, a former defense secretary in his brother Mahinda's government, promises a strong hand as he takes over the presidency.
October 23, 2019
The Internal and International Dimensions of Sri Lanka’s Presidential Elections
By Ana Pararajasingham
A Gotabaya Rajapaksa presidency will have serious repercussions for both Sri Lanka’s internal governance as well as its international partnerships.
October 21, 2019
Sri Lanka’s Presidential Election: Focus on Divisive Politics and Beyond
By Amresh Gunasingham
On November 16, Sri Lankans go to the polls to elect their next president.
October 15, 2019
Sri Lanka Presidential Hopeful Says Won’t Honor Deal with UN
By Associated Press
Gotabaya Rajapaksa says he won’t recognized an agreement to investigate alleged war crimes
October 10, 2019
Afghanistan-Sri Lanka: Natural Partners in Democracy and Development
By M. Ashraf Haidari
Despite occasional challenges, Sri Lanka’s democracy is vibrant and resilient, inspiring younger democracies such as Afghanistan.
October 01, 2019
Sri Lanka’s Political Intrigue Deepens
By Sudha Ramachandran
With elections looming, Sri Lanka’s turbulent political landscape offers more questions than answers about the country’s near-term trajectory.
September 20, 2019
How Torture Is Institutionalized in Sri Lanka
By Ana Pararajasingham
Many alleged torturers remain in senior police positions.
September 12, 2019
India’s Reach in Maritime Domain Awareness: A Hit or Miss for Sri Lanka?
By Natasha Fernando
Given fears of Indian hegemonic designs, Sri Lanka has been cautious in engaging India for assistance in maritime security.
August 16, 2019
South Asian Countries Overlook Regional Economic Integration at Their Own Risk
By Mayaz Alam
Bangladesh, Pakistan, and Sri Lanka find themselves on the outside of regional economic initiatives looking in.
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