Stories written by Palitha Kohona

China, India & Sri Lanka Embroiled in the Geo-Politics of the Indian Ocean

By Palitha Kohona
Unfortunately, a rivalry that should not exist and did not exist historically between China and India is being stoked by the media and some policy makers, especially in the West. It is not too difficult to discern the Machiavellian geo-strategic objectives of this complex game plan.

Climate Change and Development

By Palitha Kohona
There is little doubt that human activity is accelerating climate change. Our activities are causing global warming and potentially disastrous climate change.

World’s Whale Population Struggles to Recover from Carnage Amid Serious Concerns

By Palitha Kohona
Sri Lanka is endowed with an impressive and large concentration of whales off its shores and it is believed they are not a population that migrates seasonally. 26 species have been spotted in Sri Lankan waters, including the massive blue whales.

Law of the Sea Convention Expands to Cover Marine Biological Diversity

By Palitha Kohona
Responding to a persistent demand by developing countries, the conservation community and science, the UN General Assembly has commenced a process for bringing the areas beyond national jurisdiction in the oceans under a global legally binding regulatory framework.


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