In Focus by The Hindu What’s next for Sri Lanka After the presidential election results?
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Sep 24, 2024 Anurag Kumara Dissanayake, the new President of Sri Lanka and JVP leader, shares insights into the dramatic shifts in Sri Lankan politics. Political analyst Nirupama Subramanian and journalist Meera Srinivasan analyze post-election sentiment, from excitement to skepticism among citizens. They discuss the complexities of ethnic dynamics, governance, and the need to address minority concerns. Additionally, they explore the delicate balance in foreign relations with India and China as Sri Lanka charts a new diplomatic course.
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Dramatic Political Change
- Anurag Kumara Dissanayake's win signifies a major shift in Sri Lankan politics.
- His JVP party's move to the mainstream is unprecedented.
Demand for Change
- The election reflects a desire for change after the Aragalaya protests and Gotabaya Rajapaksa's removal.
- There's excitement among those seeking change, but skepticism remains about the NPP's ability to deliver.
Opposition Unity
- It's difficult to predict whether a unified opposition could have defeated Dissanayake.
- The UNP and SJB camps had internal divisions and differing views on stability versus change.