Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 09:42am on 25 Sep 2024,Wednesday International
Sri Lanka's new Marxist President aims to navigate a balanced approach in foreign relations, avoiding being "sandwiched" between India and China while recognizing them as valuable partners. This comes as the country grapples with a financial crisis that began in 2019, culminating in a sovereign default in April 2022. The President emphasized his intention to steer clear of geopolitical tensions in South Asia and the Indian Ocean, expressing a desire for stronger ties with the West, the Middle East, and Africa, alongside seeking essential financial aid from both India and China.
