SriLanka

05 Apr, 2025

Modi’s Sri Lanka Visit: A Diplomatic Triumph Amid Regional Tensions

COLOMBO, Sri Lanka — When Prime Minister Narendra Modi stepped off the plane in Colombo, it wasn’t just a routine state visit. Over three days, through Sunday, April 6, the Indian leader

CYBERIA·SOUTH ASIA

17 Mar, 2024

Business in Male’ Tests Entrepreneurs’ Resolve

For the partners of Alholul Pvt Ltd, launching a Spa Ceylon franchise in this island nation’s capital was supposed to be a path to entrepreneurial success. But it turned into an ordeal

CYBERIA·SOUTH ASIA·VISTASCAPE

28 Nov, 2024

Maldives Slams Baseless Loan Default Allegations, Exposes Fabrication Campaign

Malé, Maldives — Maldivian officials and independent investigators have dismissed claims of a $750 million loan default as baseless, accusing the report of being part of a deliberate disinformation campaign aimed at

China Deepens Influence in Sri Lanka with Secretive Media Agreement

COLOMBO, Sri Lanka — Sri Lanka’s recent decision to sign media cooperation agreements with China has raised alarm among journalists and press freedom advocates, who fear Beijing’s growing influence could further erode

05 Feb, 2025

WORLD

Sri Lankan President Navigates Tightrope in China Visit, Signs 15 Cooperation Agreements

BEIJING—Sri Lankan President Anura Kumara Dissanayake concluded a four-day visit to China on January 17, marking a pivotal moment in Colombo’s effort to balance relations with Beijing and New Delhi. During his

20 Jan, 2025

WORLD

Devoid of Diplomatic Decorum: A Spat Over Chinese Loans in Nepal, Echoes from Maldives

The Maldives, the smallest member in the South Asia region, has seen its fair share of diplomatic tussles over Chinese loans. President Nasheed, despite his differences with the Chinese Ambassador, maintained an

14 Jun, 2024

SOUTH ASIA·WORLD

Sri Lanka and Maldives Chart New Economic Paths: Eyeing BRICS and Ditching the Dollar

Sri Lankan Foreign Minister Ali Sabry made waves on Monday by declaring his country’s desire to join the BRICS grouping. This move highlights the bloc’s growing influence. Sabry underscored that Sri Lanka

22 May, 2024

CYBERIA·SOUTH ASIA·VISTASCAPE·WORLD

Sri Lanka, India Plan $1.2 Billion Undersea Power Line

Sri Lanka and India are advancing plans for a $1.2 billion undersea transmission line that would link the power grids of the two nations, a move aimed at bolstering energy security for

06 Mar, 2024

CYBERIA·SOUTH ASIA·WORLD