Sri Lanka's President, the newly elected Anura Kumara Dissanayake, must strike a balance between India and China's competing interests. His leadership marks a potential shift in the island's foreign relations, as India seeks to counter China's influence.

The UN Security Council has passed yet another resolution calling for a Gaza ceasefire. This is the fourth such resolution adopted by the council since Hamas’ October 7 attack.

The Katchatheevu Island issue extends beyond political rhetoric. A reevaluation of the situation could ensure India’s alignment with long-term interests, both domestically and in future geopolitical contests in the Indian Ocean.