IMF says Sri Lanka’s economic recovery shows signs of improvement but challenges remain
Colombo (AP) — Debt-stricken Sri Lanka, which declared bankruptcy last year, is showing signs of economic improvement but its recovery
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Colombo (AP) — The Central Bank of Sri Lanka reduced its interest rates Thursday for the first time since the island
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Sri Lanka reduces interest rates for 1st time since bankruptcy as economy shows signs of rebounding
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Indian shares rise on strong domestic growth data, broader equities strength
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UN chief implicitly criticizes Cambodia’s upcoming elections after top opposition party ban
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