Srilanka, Sept. 16 -- Introduction
President Anura Kumara Dissanayake's recent pronouncements on economic independence strike a vital chord for a post-default nation navigating international debt restructuring. However, moving from political rhetoric to genuine economic sovereignty within a three-to-five-year horizon requires more than declarations of intent. Drawing upon classical economic theory-specifically the four foundational factors of production (Land, Labour, Capital, and Enterprise)-this article dissects the deep-seated structural barriers confronting the Sri Lankan economy. By diagnosing systemic inefficiencies, rigid factor markets, and institutional friction, this paper outlines a constructive, policy-oriented roadmap designed...