How the Russia-Ukraine Conflict affects Sri Lanka
This article discusses the economic impact of the European conflict on Sri Lanka, the sectors that will be hit hard, and ways to mitigate the negative impact.
Youth Migration: Challenges and Opportunities for Sri Lanka
As human capital is one of the most valuable resources in Sri Lanka, brain drain can be detrimental.
Plastic Pandemic: The Ecological Fallout of COVID-19 and Policy Options for Sri Lanka
This blog examines the ecological fallout of the pandemic and suggests policy options for Sri Lanka to avert the looming environmental disaster.
The impact of COVID-19 on peace and poverty in Asia
Asia has witnessed a sharp drop in all measurable indicators of SDG 16. Institutions that govern democracy were eroded, particularly against the backdrop of COVID-19 and the lockdowns.
GSP+ Withdrawal: How Would it Impact Sri Lanka’s Economy?
This article assesses the impact of a hypothetical withdrawal of GSP+ on Sri Lanka’s exports to the EU.
South-South Ideas Papers: The Role of Institutional Arrangements for South-South Cooperation: Experiences from Ecuador and Sri Lanka
During the past four decades, South-South Cooperation (SSC) has established itself in the global debate as a tool for [...]
Employer-supported Childcare in Sri Lanka: A Solution to Labour Shortages?
Traditionally, care and domestic work are considered ‘women’s work’. Such care work has a direct and negative impact on women’s ability to participate in labour market activities.
Building Pandemic-Resilient Food Systems in Sri Lanka and Nepal
The aim is to understand ways to strengthen agri-food markets and value chains and related social protection mechanisms.
As governance crises worsen COVID-19 impact, is SDG 16 the key for recovery?
High-Level Political Forum (HLPF) Side Event 2021
Vaccinating Against COVID-19 Inequities: the view from Asia
As governments make room for private sector involvement in the vaccine purchase, disparities in access will only widen further. Issues of equity lie at the core of the COVID-19 vaccination programme.
