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Proposed Counter-Terrorism Law Sparks Renewed Human Rights Debate in Sri Lanka

Sri Lanka’s proposed counter-terrorism legislation has reopened a sensitive national conversation around security, civil liberties, and democratic accountability. As the government seeks to modernise its legal framework for addressing terrorism-related threats, international human rights organisations — most notably Human Rights Watch — have raised serious concerns that the draft bill may mirror problematic aspects of […]

January 19, 2026

By SLDirectory

IMF Mission to Assess Economic Fallout from Cyclone Ditwah in Sri Lanka

Sri Lanka’s fragile economic recovery faces renewed pressure as an International Monetary Fund (IMF) mission prepares to assess the financial and structural damage caused by Cyclone Ditwah. Scheduled from January 22 to 28, the mission’s findings are expected to influence recovery funding, fiscal planning, and long-term resilience strategies at a time when the country remains […]

January 19, 2026

By SLDirectory

Indian and Chinese Prime Ministers Visit Sri Lanka to Discuss Flood Disaster Relief and Long-Term Recovery

Sri Lanka Confronts a Widespread Flood Emergency Sri Lanka is facing one of its most severe flood situations in recent years following continuous monsoon rainfall that has affected multiple districts across the country. Thousands of families have been displaced, homes and farmlands have been damaged, and vital infrastructure such as roads, bridges, drainage systems, and […]

December 22, 2025

By SLDirectory

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