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China says Lanka has agreed to develop Hambantota port “on the existing consensus”, thereby opting out of renegotiation
With China taking a firm stand, renegotiating the 99-year lease of the Hambantota port appears unlikely.
Renegotiating Hambantota port’s lease period
Renegotiation of Hambantota port lease period is a complex politico-legal issue.
Swiss embassy’s version of “abduction” of female staffer doesn’t match facts, says Lankan govt.
Swiss embassy caught on the wrong foot?
Pakistan Foreign Minister to meet Lankan Prez, PM and FM on Monday
Bid to match India's vigorous diplomacy after Gotabaya Rajapaksa's stunning election victory in the Lankan election.
Gotabaya not to amend 13A, but alternatives to giving police powers to provinces will be considered
President Gotabaya said that he will be frank with New Delhi to avoid misunderstandings.
Indian Finance Minister says 12 global companies want to shift to India from China
To take advantage of the competitive tax rate of 15 per cent announced by India recently.
China says agreement over Hambantota port was an “equal footed” one
China says the agreement was based on consultations as equals to arrive at a win-win arrangement
India gives Lanka US$ 450 million credit for infrastructure development and fighting terrorism; seeks steps to promote reconciliation
Modi and Rajapaksa held cordial, detailed, and fruitful discussions on a wide-range of bilateral and regional issues
Internationalization of domestic issues, a major challenge to the new Lankan President
While the domestic challenge can be met, the one from overseas mounted by the US and Europe is not so easy to meet.
China’s divorce rate is spiking, which should be celebrated, not stifled
74 per cent of divorces in China are initiated by women.
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