Why young protesters in Sri Lanka are wary of traditional politics

Sri Lanka, which was torn by ethnic and religious violence in recent decades, has witnessed something new in the wake of the ongoing mass protests against the government’s economic mismanagement, which has sparked one of the worst financial crises in the South Asian country’s history.   

The demonstrations have brought together young people from traditionally opposing sides and fostered unity across ethnic and religious divides.

Some young Sri Lankan protesters told DW that they’re fed…