Sri Lanka prospered under its former president, Mahinda Rajapaska, a figure who is credited by many with ending the civil war and practising a highly directed, centralised style of management. During his tenure GDP growth remained high, rising over time and, despite some volatility, stayed positive throughout his administration. Now, the...
Sri Lanka’s debt picture is decidedly mixed. In some ways, the country has been greatly successful in managing its international exposures. Government obligations have fallen significantly, from over 100% of GDP in 2004 to about 74% in 2015.
Following the 2015 elections, what do you view as the most pressing priorities for political reform?
What are the most cumbersome barriers in the way of increased intra-SAARC trade volumes?
Billed as a platform for ending corruption and nepotism at the highest levels of government, the presidential elections of January 2015 ended the controversial 10-year executive presidency of Mahinda Rajapaksa. The former president enjoyed enormous popularity in the aftermath of the country’s civil war and during the economic revival that...
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