Today, Sri Lanka commemorated its 77th Independence Day with a ceremony held in Colombo. The event featured a military parade and an address by President Anura Kumara Dissanayake. In his speech, President Dissanayake emphasized the importance of collective effort in achieving economic, social, and cultural freedom. He expressed his commitment to improving the living standards of all Sri Lankans and providing opportunities to benefit from modern scientific and technological advancements within his five-year term.
Sri Lanka has faced significant economic challenges in recent years, declaring bankruptcy in 2022 due to a severe debt and foreign exchange crisis. This led to shortages of essent...