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Sri Lanka's Ruling Coalition Secures Landslide Victory in Snap Election

Sri Lanka's leftist ruling coalition, led by President Anura Kumara Dissanayake, has won a landslide victory in snap parliamentary elections, securing a commanding majority with 62% of the vote. The National People's Power (NPP) party, which previously held only three seats, is set to gain 141 seats in the 225-member parliament. This victory provides Dissanayake a strong mandate to ease austerity measures imposed by the previous government as part of an IMF bailout. The election saw a 65% voter turnout, lower than the previous presidential election.

via Al Jazeera English|

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Sri Lanka's President Secures Parliamentary Majority in Landslide Victory

Sri Lanka's President Anura Kumara Dissanayake's National People's Power (NPP) coalition is poised for a significant victory in the snap parliamentary elections, having secured 97 seats and over 60% of the vote so far. The coalition needs 113 seats for a majority in the 225-member parliament to implement its anti-corruption and stability-restoration agenda following the country's severe economic crisis. The election marks a potential turning point, with many former MPs, including those from the Rajapaksa dynasty, not seeking re-election. The NPP's success is partly attributed to voter disillusionment with traditional political figures and a fragmented opposition.

via BBC.com|

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