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Sri Lanka votes in first election since protests ousted president – Sri Lanka votes in its first election since protests ousted president Gotabaya Rajapaksa in July 2022. The island nation is facing a severe economic crisis, and the election is seen as a chance for the people to choose a …

Sri Lanka begins voting in a presidential election that will decide direction of recovery from its worst economic crisis. This election is a pivotal moment for the nation, as voters weigh the candidates’ promises for reviving the economy and restoring stability after a devastating period of hardship. The outcome will …

Heavily indebted Sri Lanka votes in election to decide economic future. This island nation faces a dire economic crisis, a culmination of years of mismanagement, exacerbated by the COVID-19 pandemic. The recent presidential election, held in the midst of widespread hardship, saw citizens casting their ballots for a leader who …

Sri Lanka votes in first poll since economic collapse – Sri Lanka votes in its first poll since the devastating economic collapse, marking a pivotal moment in the nation’s recovery. The island nation, once a thriving tourist destination, has been grappling with crippling shortages of food, fuel, and medicine. The …

Sri Lanka has more women voters than men but no female presidential candidates. This stark contrast highlights a deep-seated issue in Sri Lankan politics: the lack of female representation at the highest levels of power. While women actively participate in the electoral process, a complex interplay of social, cultural, and …