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President Dissanayake’s coalition wins major election victory.

Sri Lanka’s leftist coalition wins landslide in elections

November 15, 2024, 04:26 PM - 3 min read

Sri Lanka’s leftist coalition, led by President Anura Kumara Dissanayake, has achieved a decisive victory in the country’s snap general elections. This triumph marks a significant shift in the political landscape of Sri Lanka, giving Dissanayake the political backing he needs to address issues like corruption and the recovery of stolen assets, which became major concerns after the country’s financial collapse.

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Anura Dissanayake Seeks Stronger Political Backing in Sri Lankan Snap Elections.

Sri Lanka votes in snap elections

November 14, 2024, 05:11 PM - 3 min read

Sri Lanka recently held snap parliamentary elections on November 14, where 17.1 million citizens took to the polls. The elections are crucial for President Anura Kumara Dissanayake, who is looking to solidify his mandate and push forward with much-needed economic reforms in the wake of the country’s severe national crisis.

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Sri Lanka invites observers from eight countries for the November 14 parliamentary elections.

Observers from 8 nations to monitor Sri Lankan polls

October 9, 2024, 05:42 PM - 1 min read

Chairman R M A L Ratnayake stated that these observers will come from regional countries, Russia, the Commonwealth, and the European Union to oversee the election proceedings.

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Left-Leaning Anura Kumara Dissanayake Wins Sri Lankan President Election.

Sri Lanka elects Anura Kumara Dissanayake as President

September 22, 2024, 09:41 PM - 5 min read

Anura Kumara Dissanayake has been elected as Sri Lanka’s new president, marking a significant moment in the country’s political landscape. Dissanayake, a left-leaning leader with Marxist views, defeated both incumbent President Ranil Wickremesinghe and opposition leader Sajith Premadasa in a closely contested election. His victory comes at a time when Sri Lanka is facing its worst financial crisis in decades, making his leadership pivotal for the country’s future.

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No Candidate Secures Majority In Sri Lanka Elections, Commission Orders Historic Second Round of Counting.

Sri Lanka heads to historic second round of vote counting

September 22, 2024, 04:32 PM - 5 min read

Sri Lanka’s 2024 presidential election has entered a historic phase, as no candidate has secured the 50% threshold required to win outright in the first round of voting. For the first time in the nation’s political history, a second round of counting has been ordered by the Election Commission to determine the winner through second-preference votes.

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Dissanayaka leads Sri Lanka's presidential vote

Dissanayaka leads Sri Lanka's presidential vote

September 22, 2024, 08:47 AM - 4 min read

Anura Kumara Dissanayake of the NPP has won Sri Lanka's presidential election with 52% of the vote, while Sajith Premadasa received 23% and incumbent Ranil Wickremesinghe trailed with 16%, amid a voter turnout of about 75%.

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Voting concludes in crucial Sri Lankan presidential polls

Voting concludes in crucial Sri Lankan presidential polls

September 21, 2024, 05:57 PM - 3 min read

Polling for Sri Lanka's presidential elections concluded peacefully on Saturday, with over 60% voter turnout reported by 2 PM, marking the first elections since the country's severe economic crisis in 2022, while incumbent President Ranil Wickremesinghe faces strong competition from Anura Kumara Dissanayake and Sajith Premadasa.

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Sri Lanka Faces Critical Choice in Upcoming Presidential Vote.

Sri Lanka elections candidates showcase diverse views

September 20, 2024, 06:11 PM - 4 min read

Sri Lanka is gearing up for a crucial presidential election as the nation seeks to recover from its worst economic crisis. The election is set for Saturday, and President Ranil Wickremesinghe is among the notable candidates vying for the top position.

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