The Indian incentive to demerge
Though obviously it is in Sri Lanka's interests
to maintain good relations with all concerned Asian powers, it would
be a pity if it failed to keep in mind the crucial nature of its
relationship with India. If therefore the Sri Lankan Government sees
demerger as a priority, it should seek to convince India of the need
for this.
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Sir John: A triumphant life
As Prime Minister, Kotelawala led Sri Lanka into
the United Nations and contributed to Sri Lanka's expanding foreign
relations. In 1955 he led Sri Lanka delegation to the Bandung
conference in Indonesia. His party was defeated in the 1956
elections.
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Lack of jobs hurting Afghan war on Taliban
NATO, U.S. commanders and Afghan leaders agree
without economic progress, without reconstruction and without new
jobs the Taliban insurgency cannot be defeated. Poverty is driving
people into the arms of the Taliban.
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