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The Marxist lawmaker who won Sri Lanka’s presidency faces a key challenge in how to balance ties with his country’s two most crucial partners, India and China, as he seeks to draw foreign investment and pull the economy out of the doldrums

Anura Kumara Dissanayake has dissolved Sri Lanka's parliament and called for an election on 14 November. The country's new leader, fresh off a weekend presidential victory, hopes this election will consolidate his power.

Sri Lanka's president dissolves Parliament, calls for elections on November 14, marking a pivotal moment in the country's political landscape.

Sri Lanka has sworn in 55-year-old leftist politician Anura Kumara Dissanayake as its new president. There was no clear winner after the first round of votes from Saturday’s election had been counted. But Dissanayake, who is commonly known by his initials AKD, emerged victorious after a count of the second-choice…

Sri Lankans voted for a new direction in leadership on Sept. 22, 2024, electing a leftist anti-poverty campaigner as president of the South Asian nation.

From an IMF deal he wants to renegotiate to parliamentary elections, president-elect faces key challenges.

Anura Kumara Dissanayake becomes Sri Lanka's president, focusing on economic recovery and stability amidst challenges.

JVP leader has positioned himself as opposite to political elites but not all have greeted his win with optimism

Anura Dissanayake's victory in Sri Lanka's presidential election brings hope for change and economic recovery, but concerns remain about his stance on mino...

Marxist-leaning politician says he understands the complex challenges facing Sri Lanka and aims to meet people’s hopes.

Anura Kumara Dissanayake elected as Sri Lanka's new president, promising change and facing economic challenges ahead.