Your place for all things political, cultural, and social in Sri Lanka.
Why?
“In Conversation with Viresh” was established to elevate public discourse surrounding Sri Lankan governance, economic development, and international relations. By applying rigorous legal analysis and financial scrutiny to public policy, the platform provides an authoritative, dignified space for leaders to communicate directly with key English-speaking decision-makers worldwide.
Who?
Viresh Fernando
- Secondary Education: Royal College, Colombo, Sri Lanka.
- Post-Secondary Academic Foundation:
- Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) in Economics (United States).
- Extensive studies in Political Science, Public Administration, Constitutional Law, and Human Rights (Canada).
- Bachelor of Laws (LL.B.), McGill University Faculty of Law (Editor, McGill Law Journal).
- Professional Designations:
- Called to the Ontario Bar (1994) — 30 years as a practicing litigation lawyer in Toronto.
- Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA, CA qualified 1983).
- Public Policy & Commentary: Author of multiple policy op-eds published across major Sri Lankan English daily newspapers, examining judicial tenure, anti-corruption mechanisms, and monetary policy.
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Justice vs. Mercy: Rethinking Penalties in a Compassionate Sri Lanka
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The “Evidence Deficit” Straw Man: How the BASL Shields Its Iron Grip Under the Guise of Judicial Independence
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Deconstructing the Referendum Argument: Why Bare Conclusions Cannot Replace Constitutional Analysis.
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From Sabers to Structures: Beginning a National Conversation on Sri Lanka’s Peacetime Military
Read more: From Sabers to Structures: Beginning a National Conversation on Sri Lanka’s Peacetime Military