Sri Lanka Calls Snap Election Amid Debt Crisis

Sri Lanka's newly elected President Anura Kumara Dissanayake has dissolved parliament to pave the way for a snap general election on November 14. The move comes as the country grapples with severe debt issues, according to a government gazette notification issued on Tuesday.

Sri Lanka's newly elected President, Anura Kumara Dissanayake, has dissolved the parliament, initiating a snap general election set to take place on November 14. This decision was formalized through a government gazette notification released on Tuesday.

The dissolution and subsequent election come at a critical time for the nation, which is currently grappling with profound debt challenges. The abrupt call for elections aims to address the political instability and economic troubles plaguing Sri Lanka.

The upcoming election will be closely watched both domestically and internationally, as Dissanayake's administration seeks a mandate to steer the country through its financial crisis.

(With inputs from agencies.)