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Jul 2022
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How Sri Lanka’s Economy Collapsed

The New York Times
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In recent days, the political crisis in Sri Lanka has reached a critical point, with its president fleeing the country and protesters occupying his residence and office. Today, “The Daily” explores how the island nation, whose economy was once held up as a success story in South Asia, came apart — and why it’s a cautionary tale. Guest: Emily Schmall, a Sout ... Show More
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