A democratic socialist republic – and its limits

A democratic socialist republic – and its limits

Sri Lanka's 2024 election delivered a historic victory for a party with a radical leftwing pedigree. In power, its emphasis has been on continuity with the past, and keeping foreign investors happy. - 2026/03 / article

All politicians now: President Anura Kumara Dissanayake (left) presents the 2026 budget as prime minister Harini Amarasuriya (second left) and other ministers look on, Colombo, 7 November 2025 Ishar… [+2433 chars]