Sri Lanka’s Leftist Coalition Wins Parliamentary Majority Under President Dissanayake
Sri Lanka’s recent parliamentary elections resulted in a decisive victory for President Anura Kumara Dissanayake’s leftist party, the National People’s Power (NPP), which secured at least 123 of 225 seats. This marks a significant shift in voter sentiment, particularly within the Tamil community, traditionally skeptical of Sinhalese-led parties. The NPP’s win bolsters Dissanayake’s position as he faces the challenge of navigating the country out of its severe economic crisis while adhering to strict conditions set by the International Monetary Fund after Sri Lanka’s default in 2022.