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Sri Lanka Faces Economic Hurdles Amid Chinese Pressure

Sri Lanka’s total external debt exceeds USD 50 billion, with a significant portion, roughly 10 per cent, owed to China…reports Asian Lite News A multifaceted interplay of economic troubles, strategic dynamics, and

October 12, 2023

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Jaishankar in Colombo For IORA Meet

During the visit, Jaishankar will also have bilateral meetings in Colombo…reports Asian Lite News External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar reached Colombo on Tuesday on a three-day visit during which he will attend

October 11, 2023

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Pakistan Stuns Sri Lanka

This was the first time in men’s Cricket World Cup history that four centuries have been hit in the same match…reports Asian Lite News Mohammad Rizwan and Abdullah Shafique scored superb centuries

October 11, 2023

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Lanka: Heavy Rain Affects More Than 71,000

Sri Lanka has seen heavy rains in recent weeks due to the activation of the south-west monsoon season…reports Asian Lite News More than 71,000 Sri Lankans in 13 districts have been adversely

October 9, 2023

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Two-Hour India-Sri Lanka Ferry to Boost Connectivity

Plans have already been afoot to start the ferry service in the first half of October after completion of the preliminary work, report Ateet Sharma The much-awaited passenger ferry service from Nagapattinam

October 7, 2023

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Lanka’s Economic Outlook Improving, Says World Bank

Following an 81% depreciation against the US Dollar in 2022, the Sri Lankan Rupee (LKR) has appreciated by 11% from January to August 2023…reports Asian Lite News Sri Lanka’s economy is displaying

October 4, 2023

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Sri Lanka Approves New Court For Swift Resolution of Disputes

Gunawardena said that to address this concern and foster a more conducive investment environment for the country’s development goals, the establishment of a commercial high court has been deemed essential….reports Asian Lite

October 4, 2023

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China Blocks IMF Deal as Sri Lanka Tilts Westward

If China opts out of the deals to provide support to Sri Lanka in managing its external loans, it could cast a shadow over its IMF bailout plans as China holds 42

October 4, 2023

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RCEP, India FTAs, And Beyond; Lanka Lays Down Big Plans

While stressing the significance of international trade agreements, President Wickremesinghe also underscored the need for Sri Lanka to become a centre for alternate dispute resolution….reports Asian Lite News Sri Lankan President Ranil

September 27, 2023

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Sri Lanka Backs India on Canada’s Allegations

Ties between India and Canada have been strained after Justin Trudeau on September 18 alleged India’s involvement in the fatal shooting of Khalistan Tiger Force chief Hardeep Singh Nijjar in Canada…reports Asian

September 26, 2023

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