Kohona on Sri Lanka's Debt Restructuring Plan With China

The video discusses the impact of government changes on Sri Lanka's relationship with China, emphasizing the deep-rooted ties that transcend political shifts. It covers ongoing debt restructuring talks, highlighting that only a small portion of Sri Lanka's debt is owed to China. The video also explores China's sympathetic response to Sri Lanka's financial requests and the country's balanced relations with both China and India. Finally, it addresses Sri Lanka's political and economic future following the departure of President Gotabaya Rajapaksa, expressing confidence in the country's ability to overcome the current crisis.

What is the basis of the relationship between Sri Lanka and China?

• Economic dependency

• Political parties

• Deep-seated ties

• Convenience

What percentage of Sri Lanka's external debt is owed to China?

• 50%

• 10%

• 70%

• 30%

Which country has extended approximately $3 billion in credit to Sri Lanka recently?

• China

• India

• Japan

• United States

How does Sri Lanka view its relationships with China and India?

• Dependent on each other

• Irrelevant

• Mutually exclusive

• Independent and important

What is the current political situation in Sri Lanka following the president's departure?

• The previous president has returned

• A new president has been elected

• Negotiations for a successor are ongoing

• The country is in a state of anarchy

What historical event does the ambassador mention to highlight Sri Lanka's resilience?

• The 2008 financial crisis

• The 2004 tsunami

• The 2019 Easter bombings

• The 27-year internal conflict

What is the ambassador's stance on returning to Sri Lanka to help rebuild the country?

• He has retired from public service

• He is undecided

• He will continue his current duties

• He plans to return as a minister