"Does Diplomacy Stand a Chance in Sri Lanka?" by Taylor Dibbert

Sri Lanka has made some progress when it comes to reconstruction and development, but authoritarianism, ethnic tension and majoritarian triumphalism still plague the country. And a feckless, fragmented opposition ensures that the Rajapaksa regime will be around for some time yet. For those members of international community concerned about human rights, accountability, and reconciliation on the island, now would be an inauspicious time to look the other way. Viahttp://southasia.foreignpolicy...