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Sri Lanka marks independence anniversary amid economic woes

Por: ABC News World February 04, 2023

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COLOMBO, Sri Lanka -- Sri Lanka marked its 75th independence anniversary on Saturday as a bankrupt nation, with many citizens angry, anxious and in no mood to celebrate.Many Buddhists and Christian clergy had announced a boycott of the celebration in the capital, while activists and others expressed anger at what they see as a waste of money in a time of severe economic crisis.Despite the criticism, armed troops paraded along the main esplanade... + full article



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