The NPP coalition, led by Anura Kumara Dissanayake, wins a two-thirds majority, signalling Sri Lanka’s desire for political stability and change
JVP wins key regions, including Tamil stronghold Jaffna, signalling a shift beyond ethnic strife towards unity and stability in Sri Lanka
Dissanayake’s platform prioritises working class protection and economic sovereignty, but he must tackle Sri Lanka’s debt crisis while ensuring stability
Sri Lanka’s debt hit 119 per cent of GDP in 2021. A $2.9 billion IMF bailout gave temporary relief, but repayment and restructuring challenges persist
Despite pro-China leanings, Dissanayake values India’s Covid support, but past disagreements over projects like Adani’s wind power may strain bilateral ties
With a new mandate, Dissanayake’s government must juggle debt management, economic reforms, and diplomacy to ensure a stable future for Sri Lanka