New elections hold key to Sri Lanka's democratic shift

Presidential polls returned Sri Lanka to a more democratic course; parliamentary elections could strengthen this shift

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  • The 19th amendment
  • Balancing political interests
  • Rajapaksa's return?
  • Economic prospects
  • Scenarios
  • UNP-led coalition
  • UPFA government
  • Unity government

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