Anura Dissanayake seeks strong ties with both India and China while avoiding geopolitical conflicts. Sri Lanka’s newly elected Marxist President, Anura Dissanayake, has made it clear that he does not want his country to be “sandwiched” between India and China. While both nations are important partners in Sri Lanka’s economic recovery, Dissanayake aims for balanced…
Anura Kumara Dissanayake Emphasizes Non-Aligned Foreign Policy Sri Lanka’s new President, Anura Kumara Dissanayake, has made it clear that his country will not be caught in geopolitical rivalries, particularly between China and India. In an interview with Monocle magazine, he stressed that Sri Lanka values both nations as friends and aims to foster balanced relationships….
Sri Lanka secured a thrilling 63-run victory against New Zealand in the first Test at Galle International Stadium on September 23. Chasing a target of 275 runs, New Zealand was bowled out for 211, with Rachin Ravindra scoring a commendable 92. This win elevates Sri Lanka to third place in the WTC 2023-25 points table,…
Anura Kumara Dissanayake, the newly elected president of Sri Lanka, symbolizes political change, securing 42.31% of the votes in a landmark election. Born on November 24, 1968, in Galewela, his journey from rural roots to political leadership began with the Janatha Vimukthi Peramuna (JVP) party. Initially influenced by Marxist ideals, Anura’s evolution reflects a shift…
