Overhauling Sri Lanka’s Outdated Statistics Law: A Blueprint for Credible Data and Modern Governance
Sri Lanka’s official statistics still rest on the Statistics Ordinance of 1957. That law was written for a world of paper surveys and manual tabulation. In 2025 it no longer supports the country’s need for accurate, timely and trusted data. An overhaul of the national statistics law is overdue. Why the 1957 Law Fails The […]
Nepal’s Political Upheaval and Lessons from Sri Lanka’s 2022 Crisis
Nepal is in turmoil. On 9-10 September 2025, youth-led anti-corruption protests escalated after a sweeping social media ban. At least 19 people were killed, a nationwide curfew was declared, and Prime Minister K. P. Sharma Oli resigned. Kathmandu airport shut down temporarily, forcing flight diversions, and the government rolled back the ban as it lost […]
Sri Lanka Bolsters Anti-Corruption Arsenal with World Bank Backing
World Bank is backing Sri Lanka’s Commission to Investigate Allegations of Bribery or Corruption (CIABOC). Sri Lanka has taken a decisive step forward in combating corruption. Justice Neil Iddawala, Chairman of CIABOC, held high-level talks with World Bank representatives at the UN Secretariat in Vienna. The meeting occurred during the Second Resumed Sixteenth Session of the […]
Bridging the Gap: Strengthening Sri Lanka’s Law Enforcement for a Safer Future
Introduction Law enforcement is one of the most visible arms of the state, tasked with upholding the rule of law, protecting citizens, and maintaining public order. In Sri Lanka, the police service has a proud history, yet faces growing challenges in a rapidly changing environment. Rising urbanisation, evolving criminal tactics, cybercrime, and public trust issues […]
Balancing Development and Conservation: The Future of Sri Lanka’s Coastal Ecosystems
Sri Lanka’s 1,340 km coastline is both a source of immense economic potential and a delicate ecological treasure. From pristine beaches and mangroves to coral reefs and estuaries, these ecosystems sustain fisheries, tourism, and coastal livelihoods(Coastal Ecosystems). At the same time, they provide vital natural defences against erosion, storm surges, and climate change impacts. However, […]
Introducing a Game-Changer for Sri Lankan Tourism: The New Tourism Act
Sri Lanka stands on the cusp of a transformative leap in tourism. On June 28, 2025, the Cabinet approved a proposal to replace the existing Tourism Act No. 38 of 2005 with a far more responsive, modern, and growth‑oriented legal framework.(Sri Lankan Tourism) With this progressive overhaul, Sri Lanka can unlock untapped potential—and here’s how this […]
Sri Lanka’s Planned Electricity Bill Faces Pushback from Aid Agencies
Sri Lanka’s government is pushing forward with a new Electricity Bill designed to overhaul the country’s power sector. Officials argue the bill is essential to modernize outdated laws, improve efficiency, and attract private investment in renewable energy. But major aid agencies, civil society groups, and even some trade unions have voiced strong opposition. They warn […]
Sri Lanka’s Road to Economic Stability: Are Reforms Working or Widening Inequality?
In the wake of the 2022 financial crisis, Sri Lanka’s path to recovery has been paved with tough decisions. With the backing of the International Monetary Fund (IMF) and the implementation of a host of fiscal and structural economic reforms, the government has been working to stabilize the economy, curb inflation, and restore investor confidence. […]
Ripple Effects: How the Middle East Crisis Impacts Foreign Remittances to Sri Lanka
Sri Lanka has long depended on the financial lifeline provided by its migrant workers—especially those employed in the Middle East(Middle East Crisis). Over a million Sri Lankans work abroad, and a significant portion of them are employed in Gulf countries such as Saudi Arabia, the United Arab Emirates, Qatar, Kuwait, and Oman. For decades, the […]
Why Clean Energy Is the Future Sri Lanka Needs
Sri Lanka is a country rich in natural beauty, surrounded by oceans, kissed by the sun, and brushed by steady winds. Yet, our power grid still runs heavily on imported fossil fuels. These fuels are expensive, polluting, and often unstable in supply. As the world moves toward greener and more sustainable energy solutions, the question […]