Chanuka Wattegama's Stories | Echelon

30 years of Internet Leadership

Sri Lanka has created a dynamic array of visionary Internet leaders

Cashless Society: Too Close, Too Far?

Digital finance is commonplace, yet realizing its potential is a complex undertaking

Foreign Higher Education: Balancing the gains against the costs

The rewards of foreign higher education are vibrant, yet they must be balanced against the increasing economic burden on the nation

MMS and His One-Man Revolution of 1991

How the economic agenda of the departed South Asian statesman reshaped the future of billions

Let there be (traffic) lights!

The effective utilization of traffic lights is merely the first step in addressing the increasing complexities of transportation challenges in Colombo

Seven Unique Rajapaksian Economic Missteps

Notable contributions to the country are overshadowed by excesses

Ranil Wickremesinghe Saga: A Postscript

Have we underestimated the capabilities of the leader who restored stability in a debt-laden nation?

Curbing Corruption: Do it Right Now!

The new government must transform the consensus on corruption into action

Black Money Economy: Seriously?

Despite the enthusiasm to explore this appealing untapped potential, there is a massive risk

Sri Lanka’s Digital Strategy for a Digital Future

Even amidst economic challenges, transforming an entire nation is possible

KPI-based Central Planning: Can Sri Lanka Learn from South Korea?

South Korea adopted KPI-based central economic planning which was mislabelled as a communist tool

Quick Recovery? Come on, let’s be serious!

Sri Lanka's economic recovery will be a protracted process, demanding sustained commitment, dedication, and disciplined action.

Elephant in the Room

The possible extinction of the largest terrestrial mammal also poses a significant threat to the

Back to the Beaten Socialist Track?

Will the emerging left-wing party's emphasis on socialist and statist policies impact the ongoing IM

Police: the criminal's dream

An outdated police force is the ultimate dream of every criminal and the nightmare of the rest of us—the law-abiding citizens.

THE UNKINDEST TAX

Taxes are the lifeblood of the state, but like any medicine, must be applied in moderation. Too much, and they can be counterproductive.

DEALING WITH THE IMF'S BAILOUT AND BAGGAGE

Money Printing leads to dicey ends, no doubt. But that is certainly not the only monster Sri Lanka has to deal with to revive the economy with the IMF bailout.

SRI LANKA: BACK ON TRACK OR TEA BREAK IN HELL?

What exactly does the recent rupee appreciation denote? Does it mean the bad times are over, and we can return to normal?

KELANI VALLEY: FROM ROMANTICISM TO REALITY

The third iteration of the Kelani Valley (KV) railway will be exceedingly different from its first two, as the infrastructure may have to undergo a substantial transformation.

SRI LANKA @75: WHY DID WE FAIL?

Of all Asian countries that gained post-WW II independence, Sri Lanka seems to be the one that followed the worst possible path: how was that?

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