Anura Kumara Dissanayake
Anura Kumara Dissanayake is a prominent Sri Lankan politician and the leader of the Janatha Vimukthi Peramuna (JVP), a leftist political party. He has served in various capacities within the government and is known for his vocal stance on issues of corruption and economic policy. Recently, he was in the news for leading his government's efforts to cancel a power purchase agreement with the Adani Group, which was perceived as corrupt, and for seeking more favorable energy rates for Sri Lanka.
Born on Mar 02, 1971 (55 years old)
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Countries Mentioned
| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
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| Sri Lanka | 5 | 7.00 | 6.85% | +0% | 21,413,249 | 1,466,661 | $84,000 | 5,753$ |
| Totals | 5 | 21,413,249 | 1,466,661 | $84,000 | 5,753$ |
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Recent Mentions
Sri Lanka:
Anura Kumara Dissanayake is participating in the global environmental day celebration scheduled to be held at the Araliyagaha Mandiraya in Colombo on June 5.
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Sri Lanka:
Anura Kumara Dissanayake is mentioned as the president under the Public Security Ordinance.
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Sri Lanka:
The environmental week is scheduled to be held with the participation of President Anura Kumara Dissanayake.
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Sri Lanka:
President Anura Kumara Dissanayake stated readiness to take action against forces distorting Dharma during the state Vesak festival.
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Sri Lanka:
President Anura Kumara Dissanayake stated readiness to take action against forces distorting Dharma during the state Vesak festival.
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Sri Lanka:
Anura Kumara Dissanayake presided over the air show celebrating the 75th anniversary of the Sri Lanka Air Force.
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Switzerland:
Sri Lanka's President Anura Kumara Dissanayake stated that the government is keen to maintain the country's neutrality while also upholding its humanitarian values.
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Sri Lanka:
Anura Kumara Dissanayake stated that Sri Lanka acted to take responsibility for the crew as a humanitarian obligation.
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Sri Lanka:
President Anura Kumara Dissanayake made a statement regarding the situation in Iraq that sparked significant discussion in society.
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Sri Lanka:
Anura Kumara Dissanayake presided over the air show celebrating the 75th anniversary of the Sri Lanka Air Force.
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