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Behind the News: Offshore Capital w/ Brooke Harrington

Jacobin Radio

CHAPTER

Crisis and Reform: The Economic Struggles of Sri Lanka

This chapter delves into the economic crisis in Sri Lanka, tracing its roots to costly imports and inadequate investment while critiquing the ineffective IMF policies that have exacerbated hardships for the populace. It highlights the urgent need for a transformative shift towards equitable economic practices and the potential for political reform amidst widespread voter disillusionment. The discussion emphasizes the importance of addressing the entrenched oligarchic structures and seeks collective solutions for better support from international institutions.

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