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From Africa to Asia to Latin America, billions go hungry while creditors profit. Sri Lanka is undergoing one of the most complex economic recoveries in its history. The country's financial collapse in 2022 was precipitated by a toxic mix of unsustainable borrowing, poor fiscal management, and external shocks. Mass protests erupted under the banner of Aragalaya, a broad-based citizens' movement demanding accountability, economic justice, and an end to political corruption.

Gita Gopinath, the first woman to serve as chief economist at the IMF, is leaving her position to return to Harvard University, marking a significant transition.

Reeves will emphasize that the UK must advocate for free trade, arguing it is in the best interests of both the UK and the global economy, especially under the current economic turbulence.