Debt-stricken Sri Lanka marked its 77th independence anniversary on Tuesday with a military parade, while the country’s newly elected president, Anura Kumara Dissanayake, pledged to heal Sri Lanka's economic woes by the end of his five-year term.

Sri Lankan President Anura Kumara Dissanayake delivers a speech at the 77th Independence Day celebrations in Colombo, Sri Lanka, Feb. 4, 2025. Sri Lanka celebrated its 77th Independence Day on Tuesday. (Photo by Ajith Perera/Xinhua)

Sri Lankan military personnel took part in a parade on Tuesday to mark the country's 77th Independence Day. Sri Lanka commemorated the 77th anniversary of its independence from British colonial rule on Feb 4.

The Sri Lankan Embassy in Doha celebrated the 77th anniversary of the country s Independence Day at the Chancery premises yesterday,

The Independence Day parade is held in Colombo Sri Lanka Feb 4 2025 Sri Lanka celebrated its 77th Independence

As Sri Lanka marks its 77th Independence Day, world leaders and foreign nations have extended their congratulations, reaffirming their commitment to strengthening diplomatic ties and cooperation with the island nation.

Independence is not just about sovereignty; it is about dignity, justice, and the right to a life free from oppression. Today, as we reflect on

President Anura Kumara Dissanayake calls on all Sri Lankans to stand strong and united, to take part in shaping a modern vision of freedom, and to contribute to the collective beginning of this new er

On the island nation’s Independence Day today, a city-based Sri Lankan cuisine expert serves us a slice of its flavours with a dash of anecdotes

The Independence Day parade rehearsal is held in Colombo, Sri Lanka, Jan. 29, 2025. Sri Lanka will celebrate its 77th Independence Day on Feb. 4. (Photo by Gayan Sameera/Xinhua)

SBS Sinhala about how the Sri Lankan community in New South Wales, Australia celebrated Sri Lanka's Independence Day in the past when they were in Australia.