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THE IMPACT OF U.S. RECIPROCAL TARIFFS ON SRI LANKA’S FISHERIES TRADE

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  Aruna Maheepala -  15 th April 2025 The recent revival of the United States (U.S.)' "reciprocal tariff" policy marks a significant shift in global trade dynamics (ANI, 2025). President Donald Trump’s first term also marked the U.S. shift toward an “America First” trade policy, rooted in economic nationalism and the belief that trade is a zero-sum game where the U.S. Under this policy, the US aims to impose tariffs equivalent to those levied by its trading partners on American goods (Sheldon et al., 2018). The core idea is that the U,S should impose tariffs on imports from countries that maintain higher tariffs on U.S. goods, thereby creating symmetry or reciprocity in trade duties (The White House, 2025). This policy is seen as a response to years of trade deficits and domestic political pressure to protect American industries and jobs (Adam S. Hersh and Josh Bivens, 2025). U,S imposed a 44% reciprocal import tariff on Sri Lankan goods, making Sri Lanka one of the most...

Sustainable Clean Sri Lanka Programme – A Sustainable Beach Cleaning Process

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Aruna Sampath M.        Source of the photo . https://goodsthatgive.com.au/blogs/news/beach-clean-ups 1.      Introduction The beaches of Sri Lanka are an essential element of its natural beauty, economics, and biodiversity. Nonetheless, unsustainable and inconsistent beach cleaning efforts have resulted in ongoing environmental degradation, adversely impacting marine life, tourism, and the entire ecosystem. This concept defines a sustainable, community-oriented beach cleaning framework that guarantees enduring environmental stewardship through the integration of local administrative divisions, community organizations, and governmental institutions. This effort seeks to establish a self-sustaining beach management system by delegating duty and ownership to local committees, in accordance with worldwide best practices like the Blue Flag beach criteria. 2.      Objectives 1.      Establish a sustainable,...

Clean Sri Lanka - Building a Sustainable Future Through Thoughtful Mangrove Restoration

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  Aruna Sampath M . 04 th January 2025 1.      Clean Sri Lanka Programme The "Clean Sri Lanka" campaign is a major national endeavour designed to convert Sri Lanka into a cleaner, greener, and more sustainable country (Clean Sri Lanka, 2025) . The president's speech indicates that it is a significant undertaking and part of the government's agenda (President of Sri Lanka, 2025) . The project emphasises the significance of sustainability via economic, social, and governance (EESG) pillars, promoting behavioural transformation, ethical standards, and environmental stewardship. The program aims to transform Sri Lanka into a developed nation under the vision "Beautiful Island, Smiling People" by involving local communities, governmental and corporate sectors, NGOs, and foreign organizations to facilitate structural and cultural advancements. The project aims to tackle significant challenges such as waste management, environmental deterioration, and corrupti...