B2 – Upper Intermediate
Economic stability is important in the development of a country. This implies that people have the resources necessary to a healthy life. This is otherwise the case in Sri Lanka where economic, political and social turmoil prevail. Just recently, some Sri Lankans forced their way into their president’s official residence when their frustration has reached a boiling point.
Let’s watch the video and read the news to know more about the predicament Sri Lanka is in.
https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2022/7/13/sri-lanka-in-crisis-what-when-and-why-explainer
Discussion Questions:
- What factors contributed to Sri Lanka’s economic crisis?
- How do you think this economic collapse could have been prevented?
- In your opinion, does a mere change of leader would rectify the current situation?
- How does your government create economic recovery and growth after the COVID-19 pandemic?