In this episode, hosts Ruchir and Mitali sit down with special guest Benislo Thushan, Attorney at the Sri Lanka High Court, to unpack the recent elections in Sri Lanka. They dive deep into the key issues shaping the nation's future: ⏳ 00:00 – Introduction 🗳️ 1:30 – Sri Lanka’s elections: Setting the stage ⚖️ 4:21 – A critical juncture for Sri Lanka’s political economy 📜 6:30 – The political history of NPP in Sri Lanka 💥 9:30 – The 2022 economic crisis that changed everything 📉 11:37 – Why did Wickremasinghe lose? 🆕 15:01 – A brief look at Sri Lanka’s new leadership 🌏 21:41 – Sri Lanka’s foreign policy and its relationship with India 💪 25:50– India’s “macho” approach to the region 🔍 32:00 – Identity politics in Sri Lanka 👂 6:35 – "Have You Heard?" segment Join us as we explore the political, economic, and foreign policy challenges shaping Sri Lanka’s future. Don't miss this insightful conversation! 💬 What do you think of Sri Lanka’s new leadership? Share your thoughts below! 👍 Like, subscribe, and hit the bell icon** for more deep dives into South Asian politics and global affairs! 🌍