On 2 April 2024, The Morning and published NESA Center alumna Kalpani Gunathilaka Danangalage's article, "SL’s econ. development & nat. security: Political stability essential."

"Political stability is the cornerstone of a country's socio-economic development as it provides an environment conducive for investment, growth, and the implementation of long-term policies. Furthermore, it serves as a fundamental pillar in safeguarding the country’s national security. In the absence of political stability, a country may face numerous challenges such as economic uncertainty, social unrest, declined international standing and policy paralysis. Therefore, maintaining political stability stands as an imperative priority for any nation," writes Danangalage.

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About the Author

Kalpani Gunathilaka Danangalage is a Research Assistant at the Sri Lankan Institute of National Security Studies (INSS), the premier think-tank on National Security established under the Ministry of Defence.

About the Publisher

The Morning is the news website of The Sunday Morning and The Morning newspapers of Sri Lanka. It offers latest and breaking news on politics, current affairs, sports and entertainment.

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