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John Sifton: More than 9 years after the conflict, the people of Sri Lanka are still struggling to rebuild their country's democratic…

On the recordJune 19, 2018
More than 9 years after the conflict, the people of Sri Lanka are still struggling to rebuild their country's democratic institutions but also obtain justice for the crimes that were committed during the conflict.
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John Sifton

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Highlighting ongoing struggles in Sri Lanka for democracy and justice post-conflict.

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