Continuing the intensifyying defence cooperation with France, Indian Air Force chief, Air Chief Marshal RKS Bhadauria left for France on Monday on an official visit
Sri Lanka needs well-designed political and economic policy changes for long-term recovery
The government has taken steps to address shortages of fuel and gas to some extent when compared to the earlier situation which had long queues that stretched for kilometres outside fuel and gas stations. But a well-planned recovery plan still cannot be seen that can address the long-term food security issues.
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