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Sri Lanka’s Economy: What Happens Next? | Murtaza Jafferjee

1 month ago | [YT] | 2

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As global conflict disrupts supply, countries like Sri Lanka are feeling the pressure the most. With multiple price revisions and growing uncertainty, are we responding the right way?

What's happening, what needs to change, and why short-term fixes won't solve a long-term crisis.
Watch now via the link in the comments! ⬇️

Featuring 🎙️: Dhananath Fernando , Charindra Chandrasena , Riyad Riffai

3 months ago | [YT] | 3

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𝗛𝗮𝘃𝗲 𝘄𝗼𝗺𝗲𝗻 𝗯𝗲𝗲𝗻 𝘁𝗿𝘂𝗹𝘆 𝗽𝗲𝗿𝗺𝗶𝘁𝘁𝗲𝗱 𝘁𝗼 𝘄𝗼𝗿𝗸 𝗮𝘁 𝗻𝗶𝗴𝗵𝘁? 🕕

Women can work night shifts in Sri Lanka. But are the laws truly fair? Sathya karunarathne (Senior Policy Analyst, Advocata Institute) looks at the restrictions that still remain. ⬇️

4 months ago | [YT] | 3

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𝗜𝘀 𝗘𝗻𝗴𝗹𝗶𝘀𝗵 𝗘𝘀𝘀𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗶𝗮𝗹 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗘𝗰𝗼𝗻𝗼𝗺𝗶𝗰 𝗗𝗶𝗽𝗹𝗼𝗺𝗮𝗰𝘆?

Tune into this engaging discussion on the role of English proficiency and diplomatic skill in shaping Sri Lanka's economic diplomacy and international engagement. The conversation reflects on a recent diplomatic moment and what it reveals about communication, experience, and representation in global negotiations. 🤝

Featuring 🎙️ : Dhananath Fernando , Charindra Chandrasena , Riyad Riffai

4 months ago | [YT] | 1

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🔴 In this exclusive interview, Her Excellency Chandrika Bandaranaike Kumaratunga, Sri Lanka’s first and only female President reflects on her remarkable life, leadership, and enduring legacy. From her formative years and education at the Sorbonne to her historic rise in Sri Lankan politics, Madam Kumaratunga offers rare insight into the decisions and reforms that shaped a nation through one of its most complex eras.

4 months ago | [YT] | 4

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🔴 Here’s to building a nation where economic freedom, transparent markets, and fiscal independence empower every citizen to pursue their potential. May prosperity and sustainable development reach all corners of our country.

5 months ago | [YT] | 4

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🙏 Happy Pongal! May your home overflow with joy and good harvests this year.

5 months ago | [YT] | 3

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As we step into the New Year, we reaffirm our commitment to the vital work ahead for Sri Lanka. A sustainable national recovery must be anchored in deep, systemic reform and the resilience of Sri Lankans who have borne the cost of the crisis and still keep the country moving.

This year, our focus must remain clear: not merely to recover, but to rebuild a stronger, more competitive economy, grounded in sound principles and long-term thinking.

The road ahead is long, but the potential of our people is vast. Together, we must work to remove barriers and unlock that potential.
From all of us at the Advocata Institute, wishing you a peaceful and prosperous New Year. 🙏

6 months ago | [YT] | 8

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✨🎄 Wishing you economic freedom and prosperity this Christmas season.

6 months ago | [YT] | 6

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IMF Mission Chief for Sri Lanka, Evan Papageorgiou, joins Advocata Conversation to discuss his firsthand observations from a recent nationwide tour. He covers the economic recovery, on-the-ground policy impact, and the challenges ahead.

8 months ago | [YT] | 2