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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sri Lanka | 23 | 7.26 | 6.44% | +70% | 21,413,249 | 2,345,261 | $84,000 | 9,200$ |
| United States | 2 | 6.50 | 0.17% | +0% | 331,002,651 | 578,171 | $21,000,000 | 36,681$ |
| United Kingdom | 2 | 6.50 | 0.18% | +0% | 67,886,011 | 124,676 | $2,700,000 | 4,959$ |
| Indonesia | 2 | 8.00 | 0.45% | +0% | 273,523,615 | 1,240,470 | $1,119,000 | 5,075$ |
| Canada | 1 | 7.00 | 0.16% | +0% | 38,005,238 | 62,406 | $1,700,000 | 2,791$ |
| Spain | 1 | 6.00 | 0.17% | +0% | 46,754,778 | 80,197 | $1,400,000 | 2,401$ |
| Switzerland | 1 | 7.00 | 0.17% | +0% | 8,654,622 | 14,376 | $700,000 | 1,163$ |
| Thailand | 1 | 6.00 | 0.24% | +0% | 69,799,978 | 168,193 | $505,000 | 1,217$ |
| Pakistan | 1 | 7.00 | 0.14% | +0% | 220,892,331 | 302,592 | $280,000 | 384$ |
| Totals | 34 | 1,077,932,473 | 4,916,342 | $29,488,000 | 63,871$ |
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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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United States:
Sri Lankan President Anura Kumara Dissanayake discussed the situation regarding the IRIS Bushehr.
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Canada:
President Anura Kumara Dissanayake objected to the attack against the Dena.
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Indonesia:
Anura Kumara Dissanayake stated that Sri Lanka has decided to assist the Iranian ship IRIS Bushehr after discussions with all parties.
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Indonesia:
Anura Kumara Dissanayake stated that Sri Lanka has decided to assist the Iranian ship IRIS Bushehr after discussions with all parties.
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Sri Lanka:
President Anura Kumara Dissanayake's decision regarding the Iranian vessel IRIS Bushier was appreciated by Namala Rajapaksha.
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