CLEAN : Analyst comments on Sri Lanka presidential election

The video discusses Sri Lanka's dependency on China during Mahinda Rajapaksa's regime, highlighting China's diplomatic and financial support. It explores the misgovernance and financial mismanagement leading to a debt trap. The leadership style of Rajapaksa, known for his authoritarian approach and role in ending the Tamil Tigers war, is analyzed. The political dynamics between the Prime Minister and the President, as influenced by the 19th amendment, are examined. Finally, the challenges faced by journalists and dissenters under the new leadership are discussed.

In what ways did the 19th amendment impact the power dynamics in Sri Lanka?

What challenges do journalists and dissenters face in the current political climate?