Editorial

Editorial

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Sri Lankan president Anura Kumara Dissanayake’s visit to India saw him receive the grandest of receptions, in a sign that New Delhi is firmly pressing ahead with its plans to increase its footprint on the island. Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s speech and the joint statement from the two leaders made clear that greater connectivity and closer ties between the two are a key goal in the…

Inopportune Moment

A Japanese ban will have the same effect as the others

Déjà vu

Elaborate theatre to appease international demands

Twice Not Shy

A lasting political solution means regional peace

Dead End

Nothing has changed since the ‘War for Peace’ ended.

Silent Complicity

International silence is emboldening Sri Lanka’s military.

Inevitable Outcome

Sooner or later, there will be a return to open war.

Lacking Conviction

The international monitors have set a dangerous precedent.

Regrettable, counterproductive

Canada’s banning of the LTTE will embolden the Sinhala hawks and bring war closer.

Sign of the Times

Sinhala chauvinism lies just below Sri Lanka’s surface

Cocking a Snoop

A growing disconnect between the table and the ground.