The Intelligence from The Economist Worrying new threat: tragedy in Sri Lanka
Apr 23, 2019
Namini Vijay Dasa, Correspondent for The Economist based in Colombo, dives into the chaotic aftermath of the Easter Sunday bombings that devastated Sri Lanka. She reveals how the government, distracted by internal struggles, failed to heed warnings, leaving families grappling with grief and heightened fears. The discussion shifts to the global fight against corruption, spotlighting Brazil's Lava Jato investigation as a pivotal case study. Finally, the conversation touches on Gatheim, the German village poised to become the new heart of the EU amid Brexit uncertainty.
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Sri Lanka Bombings
- Coordinated bomb attacks in Sri Lanka on Easter Sunday targeted hotels and churches, killing over 300 people.
- The government blocked social media and declared a state of emergency, with 40 suspects detained.
Shift in Sectarian Violence
- Sri Lanka has a history of sectarian violence, primarily between the Buddhist majority and Hindu Tamil minority.
- The recent attacks on Christians represent a departure from previous conflict patterns.
National Mourning in Sri Lanka
- Schools and businesses are closed due to parental fears and general grief among citizens.
- Mass funerals are taking place throughout the country as the nation mourns.