Challenges before President Rajapakse

Mahinda Rajapakse, in his self-defined role of architect of a "new Sri Lanka," has to balance several contradictions. These arise from the polarised mandate and his political allies.

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Agriculture's pivotal role in economic and social life

Agriculture plays an important role in the economic and social life of the country, as it serves as a direct and indirect source of livelihood for a considerable segment of the population. However, the performance of the domestic agricultural sector is not impressive as the growth is sluggish.

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