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Blog Post Title Sri Lanka's New President Pledges to Eradicate 'Corrupt' Image

As Sri Lanka commemorated its 77th anniversary of independence from the United Kingdom, newly elected President Anura Kumara Dissanayake seized the opportunity to emphasize his commitment to transforming the country's global image. In a marked departure from past celebrations, which often featured elaborate military pageants, the government opted for a scaled-back military march, reflecting Dissanayke's promise to curb lavish spending and focus on more pressing issues.

In a televised address to the nation, President Dissanayke underscored the need to dispel Sri Lanka's reputation as a country plagued by corrupt governance. We are resolute in our commitment to transforming Sri Lanka's global image from one marred by corrupt governance, he said. Despite numerous challenges and the deeply ingrained flaws of the past corrupt political system, the people's government, built on the collective will of its citizens, is steadily making progress forward.

Dissanayke's administration has already made significant strides in addressing Sri Lanka's economic woes. Last year, the government concluded a long-overdue debt restructuring with both bilateral and private creditors, effectively bringing an end to the country's status as a bankrupt nation.

The road to recovery was not without its challenges. In April 2022, Sri Lanka defaulted on its $46-billion external debt after running out of foreign exchange to finance essential imports. The unprecedented economic crisis led to then-President Gotabaya Rajapaksa stepping down, and his successor, Ranil Wickremesinghe, securing a $2.9-billion bailout loan from the International Monetary Fund (IMF).

Dissanayke, who defeated Wickremesinghe in elections last September, has vowed to maintain the tough austerity measures introduced under his predecessor's administration and continue the four-year IMF bailout program.

As the new government, over the past four months, we have laid the foundation for a stable economy and introduced a new political culture, President Dissanayke said. We are committed to transforming Sri Lanka into a country that is respected globally for its good governance, transparency, and accountability.

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