The next edition of the Spotlight Asia Live series welcomes Dr. Mohamed Shareef Asees, a visiting scholar at Freie Universität Berlin and recent Philip Schwartz-Initiative (PSI) fellow at the International Security and Development Center (ISDC). The official announcement reads:

"After gaining independence from British colonial rule in 1948, Sri Lanka has experienced political and social unrest, including ethnic tensions between the majority Sinhalese and minority Tamil communities, in the 1950s and 1960s. More than two decades later, a civil war erupted between the Sri Lankan government and the Tamil Tigers, a separatist militant group seeking an independent Tamil state in the north and east of Sri Lanka. This war lasted for 26 years and claimed the lives of tens of thousands of people. In 2009, the Sri Lankan government declared victory over the Tamil Tigers, effectively ending the civil war. However, the conflict left deep scars on Sri Lankan society and the country continues to grapple with issues of reconciliation and justice. In recent years, Sri Lanka has faced various challenges, including political instability, corruption, economic struggles, and natural disasters. The conflict in Sri Lanka has had a profound impact not just on Sri Lanka but also on other parts of the world."

The event will discuss recent challenges and the impact of this conflict on Europe and beyond. Please find the full description of the event and how to register here.