Opinion
Shockwaves from the Strait: Implications of a US–Iran conflict for Sri Lanka
By Devmini Bandara In an increasingly interconnected world, wars rarely remain confined to the battlefield. Conflicts between major powers reverberate through global markets,...
Sri Lanka’s responsibility to the Indian Ocean
By Dinouk Colombage The Israel/U.S. – Iran war has had far reaching implications on the global supply routes and economies across the world....
Costly dependence on oil
Sri Lanka’s vulnerability to global energy shocks has rarely been subtle. Each time geopolitical tensions intensify in the Middle East or supply disruptions...
Sir Mark’s mantra for leaders and attracting FDI
By Dinesh Weerakkody Sir Mark Tucker, delivering the keynote address at the Chairman and CEOs Forum organised by the Sri Lanka Institute of...
Partner to all is partner to none
By Rear Admiral YN Jayarathna (Retd) This is an After-Action Analysis1 of the sinking of IRIS (Islamic Republic of Iran Ship) Dena F75, a...
What will be the impact of the US/Israel v. Iran war on Sri Lanka?
By Rehana Thowfeek The depth and persistence of any impact will depend on how long the war will go on for and how...
Humanity before geopolitics: Sri Lanka’s rescue decision and spirit of non-alignment
By P.M. Amza Sri Lanka’s decision to provide humanitarian assistance to Iranian naval personnel following the recent maritime incident in the Indian Ocean...
Realism in the Indian Ocean
By Milinda Moragoda The reported sinking of an Iranian frigate by a United States submarine off the coast of Sri Lanka — and...
