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Sri Lanka's President Dissanayake Forms New Cabinet After Historic Election Win

President Anura Kumara Dissanayake's party gains two-thirds majority, enabling major reforms amid economic recovery efforts.

  • Sri Lanka's President Anura Kumara Dissanayake has appointed a 21-member cabinet after his party secured a decisive parliamentary majority.
  • Harini Amarasuriya continues as Prime Minister, marking the first woman to head the national government in 24 years.
  • The National People's Power Party's victory allows for sweeping reforms, including a proposed new constitution.
  • Sri Lanka remains engaged in an IMF bailout program as the government navigates economic recovery from past mismanagement and crises.
  • Dissanayake emphasizes responsible governance to address long-standing economic and political oppression.
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