Sri Lanka’s Marxist-leaning President Appoints His Cabinet After a Resounding Election Win
Colombo, Sri Lanka
August 12, 2024
Sri Lanka’s new president, Anura Dissanayake, has appointed his cabinet, bringing together a mix of experienced politicians and relative newcomers to lead the country.
Dissanayake, a Marxist who won a landslide victory in the recent election, has promised to implement a series of reforms aimed at reducing poverty and inequality.
Key Appointments
- Prime Minister: Dinesh Gunawardena
- Minister of Finance: Basil Rajapaksa
- Minister of Foreign Affairs: G.L. Peiris
- Minister of Defense: Kamal Gunaratne
- Minister of Education: Susil Premajayantha
- Minister of Health: Keheliya Rambukwella
The new cabinet faces a number of challenges, including a slowing economy, high unemployment, and a large budget deficit.
However, Dissanayake has pledged to work tirelessly to improve the lives of all Sri Lankans.
Challenges Ahead
The new government faces a number of challenges, including:
- A slowing economy
- High unemployment
- A large budget deficit
- A divided parliament
Despite these challenges, Dissanayake has pledged to work tirelessly to improve the lives of all Sri Lankans.
Conclusion
The appointment of the new cabinet is a significant step in the formation of Sri Lanka’s new government.
The cabinet is a mix of experienced politicians and relative newcomers, and it faces a number of challenges.
However, Dissanayake has pledged to work tirelessly to improve the lives of all Sri Lankans.
