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Sri Lanka articles on Democracy Chronicles

​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​News about the struggle for democracy in Sri Lanka.​ Sri Lanka is not a functioning democracy.​ ​​​​​​​According to Freedom House, there are "strong executive powers for the president, who is directly elected have only been somewhat curtailed by recent reforms". Also see our articles on the Tamil people.

Sri Lanka Crackdown On Protest Rights Must End 

by DC Editors - September 11, 2022

Sri Lanka Crackdown On Protest Rights Must End 

The Sri Lankan authorities have fiercely clamped down on protests and demonized protesters during a period of economic crisis.

Filed Under: International Democracy Tagged With: Asia, Democracy Protests, Sri Lanka

How Sri Lankans Rose Up to Dethrone A Dynasty

by DC Editors - August 14, 2022

How Sri Lankans Rose Up to Dethrone A Dynasty

Following President Gotabaya Rajapaksa’s resignation, protesters in Colombo, Sri Lanka, were seen having a good time last month.

Filed Under: International Democracy Tagged With: Asia, Democracy Protests, Sri Lanka

No Progress In Sri Lanka Without Total Overhaul Of Political System

by DC Editors - July 18, 2022

No Progress In Sri Lanka Without Total Overhaul Of Political System

Although the situation is dramatic, the political elite has not risen to the occasion in Sri Lanka. No politician has yet provided a solution.

Filed Under: International Democracy Tagged With: Asia, Sri Lanka

Sri Lanka: The Divisions Behind The Country’s United Protests

by DC Editors - May 6, 2022

Sri Lanka: The Divisions Behind The Country's United Protests

Although Sri Lankans have been protesting against bad governance, there are deep societal and political divisions behind the curtains.

Filed Under: International Democracy Tagged With: Asia, Democracy Protests, Sri Lanka

Economic Crisis and Constitutional Reform In Sri Lanka

by DC Editors - May 3, 2022

Economic Crisis and Constitutional Reform In Sri Lanka

Sri Lanka’s leadership openly practices nepotism. Demonstrations in recent months have openly demanded an end to the practice.

Filed Under: International Democracy Tagged With: Asia, Democracy Protests, Sri Lanka

Free Speech In Sri Lanka Under Threat Amid Political Turmoil

by DC Editors - April 8, 2022

Free Speech In Sri Lanka Under Threat Amid Political Turmoil

Sunday, Sri Lanka enforced a temporary social media ban nationwide to quell public unrest sparked by unprecedented economic hardship.

Filed Under: International Democracy Tagged With: Asia, Internet and Democracy, Journalism and Free Speech, Social Media and Democracy, Sri Lanka

One Family Gaining Control Of Sri Lankan Government 

by DC Editors - July 12, 2021

One Family Gaining Control Of Sri Lankan Government 

Sri Lanka’s President Gotabaya Rajapaksa’s three brothers and two of his nephews now hold key positions in his administration.

Filed Under: International Democracy Tagged With: Asia, Sri Lanka, Worldwide Corruption

Thousands March for Justice in Sri Lanka, Despite Ban

by DC Editors - February 10, 2021

Thousands March for Justice in Sri Lanka, Despite Ban

Forced disappearances are common occurrence in Sri Lanka but families of victims are now demanding answers and justice from authorities.

Filed Under: International Democracy Tagged With: Asia, Democracy Protests, Sri Lanka

Sri Lankan Justice System is Under Attack

by DC Editors - February 4, 2021

Sri Lankan Justice System

New report describes government repression of activists, journalists, lawyers, and the families of victims.

Filed Under: International Democracy Tagged With: Asia, Sri Lanka

Sri Lanka Muslim Government Leaders Resign Over Allegations

by DC Editors - June 6, 2019

Sri Lanka Muslim Government Leaders Resign Over Allegations

Some muslim politicians in Sri Lankan have resigned, giving room for government to investigate allegations on links to Islamic extremist militants.

Filed Under: International Democracy Tagged With: Asia, Sri Lanka

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