Dissanayake's election comes as Sri Lanka is grappling with the effects of IMF-imposed austerity measures, including tax hikes and rising electricity prices.
In his inauguration, Dissanayake emphasized the need for cleaner politics, responding to public demands for a shift in the country's political culture.
Winning the presidency with 55.8 percent of the vote, Dissanayake acknowledged the need to lead the country through the ongoing austerity challenges.
Dissanayake's political rise, following his role in anti-government protests, signifies a major shift for the JVP, which historically has not been in power.
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