Sri Lanka’s Women Boxers Stranded After Serbia Visa Denial
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Sri Lanka’s women boxers miss IBA World Championship in Serbia due to visa complications and lack of financial support.
IMF Warns Sri Lanka’s Economic Recovery at Risk Amid Possible Trade Union Strikes
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IMF warns Sri Lanka’s economic recovery is at risk as trade union strikes loom over budget cuts to government benefits.
First Muslim Woman Ambassador of Sri Lanka Begins Mission in Qatar
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The first Muslim woman ambassador of Sri Lanka, Roshan Sithara Khan, begins her diplomatic mission in Qatar.
UK Minister Catherine West and Sri Lankan PM Dr. Amarasuriya Discuss Indo-Pacific Strategy and Regional Cooperation
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Catherine West meets Dr. Harini Amarasuriya to discuss poverty, regional development, and digital transformation.
Sri Lanka and UAE Strengthen Trade Ties
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Sri Lanka and UAE discuss enhancing trade ties, investment, and business opportunities at Dubai Chamber meeting.
What’s Behind the Crackdown by Sri Lanka on Israeli Tourists
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Sri Lanka to crack down on illegal activities by Israeli tourists amid rising tensions and local complaints.
Dissanayake Assures Modi: Sri Lanka’s Land Will Not Threaten India
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Dissanayake assures Modi that Sri Lanka’s land will not be used against security of India, discussing defense, Tamil rights, and cooperation
President Dissanayake to Visit India in First Overseas Trip
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Sri Lankan President Dissanayake makes first overseas visit to India, pledging stronger economic ties and regional security.
India: The South Asian Giant
Given its ambitions for a more assertive role in the global order, it is imperative to mention India\’s contested, historically monopolistic dominance of South Asia. This also alludes to the support it offers to proxies in the region.