Kithmina Hewage
IPS (Sri Lanka)
Areas of expertise:
Economy, Governance
Mr Kithmina Hewage is a Research Economist, with research interests in International Political Economy include WTO issues, Trade and Development, Export competitiveness, and Foreign Direct Investment. He holds an MSc in International Public Policy from University College London (UCL) and a BA with university and Departmental Honours from the Johns Hopkins University, USA.
How Should Sri Lanka Finance the COVID-19 Vaccination Rollout?
- May 5, 2021IPS (Sri Lanka)
An effective vaccination strategy requires careful policymaking to balance the financial cost of purchasing and delivering vaccines while stimulating economic growth.
Stitching Solutions: Protecting Sri Lanka’s Apparel Workers During COVID-19
- March 22, 2021Southern Voice
89% of apparel workers reported being temporarily retrenched, with partial or no pay, during the first wave of COVID-19.
Coping with COVID-19: Economics of Social Media Based Business in Sri Lanka during Crises
- May 4, 2020IPS (Sri Lanka)
As the pandemic pushes more businesses to turn to digital platforms, Sri Lanka should embrace these changes.
A Brewing Storm: Economic Impact of COVID-19 on Sri Lanka
- March 27, 2020IPS (Sri Lanka)
The massive economic implications of COVID-19 in Sri Lanka need unique measures and policies to mitigate the costs.
Protecting Sri Lankan MSMEs During a Pandemic: A Need for Innovative Solutions
- September 14, 2020IPS (Sri Lanka)
The COVID-19 pandemic has intensified the traditional vulnerabilities of this sector.
