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Sri Lanka swears in leftist president amid renewed concerns over IMF deal
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Sri Lanka Elects Leftist Leader Dissanayake as President
Anura Kumara Dissanayake’s strong showing reveals voter weariness with leadership that has led to a national economic crisis and crushing hardship for many people.19 hours ago -
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Sri Lanka swears in new left-leaning president
Anura Kumara Dissanayake is sworn in as Sri Lanka's ninth executive president in a simple ceremony.6 hours ago - Sri Lanka -
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Leftist takes on Sri Lanka’s elite in first vote since president was chased from palace
Frontrunner Dissanayake promises crackdown on ‘corrupt’ politicians and calls for revisiting deals with IMF and bondholders3 days ago -
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Votes being counted in Sri Lanka's first election since protests ousted president
The cost of living is at the front of many voters' minds in what is expected to be a close race.Yesterday -
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The Incumbent, the Marxist and the Heir: Sri Lanka’s Tight Race for President
The country will hold its first presidential election on Saturday since its strongman president fled the country two years ago. Here are the main contenders.2 days ago
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