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Sri Lanka's Economy on Life Support: Causes, Lessons, and Solutions

April 21, 2022

Tabadlab hosted a virtual policy roundtable to understand and analyse Sri Lanka’s financial crisis. The discussion aimed to understand the causes and events precipitating the crisis, the on-ground reality in the current moment, and the implications for Sri Lanka and the region – from economic, political, policy, and humanitarian perspectives.

The conversation will also look to the future, touching on possible solutions and next steps, as well as lessons for countries that may experience similar circumstances.

With insights from:

  • Amita Arudpragasam - Independent Policy Analyst
  • Samantha Custer - Director of Policy Analysis, AidData
  • Asanga Abeyagoonasekera - International Security & Geopolitics Analyst
  • Ambika Satkunanathan - Lawyer and Human Rights Advocate, former Commissioner on the Human Rights Commission of Sri Lanka

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