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Sep 25, 2024

Daily Current Affairs (UPSC CSE) - 25th September 2024 (Part 2)


6. SRI LANKA PRESIDENT PICKS HARINI AMARASURIYA AS PRIME MINISTER



Syllabus: Prelims & Mains – General Studies Paper II (International Relations, India and its Neighbourhood)


Context:


Sri Lankan President Dissanayake selected Harini Amarasuriya as the new Prime Minister, marking a significant political development in Sri Lanka’s leadership transition.


Key Points:


  • Political Transition in Sri Lanka:

    • The appointment of Harini Amarasuriya as Prime Minister comes at a crucial time as Sri Lanka continues to navigate its economic crisis, political instability, and international relations.


  • Challenges Facing Sri Lanka:

    • Economic Crisis:</