Ranil Wickremesinghe
Sri Lankan politician and Prime Minister
A lawyer and politician, served as the 13th Prime Minister of Sri Lanka multiple times. Leadership occurred during significant political and economic challenges within the country. Focused on economic reforms and rebuilding the country’s infrastructure during tenure. Played a crucial role in negotiations for peace during the Sri Lankan Civil War, contributing to efforts aimed at resolving longstanding ethnic tensions.
Served as Prime Minister multiple times
Led economic reforms during his terms
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March 24th, 1975 51 years ago
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March 24th, 1884 142 years ago
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March 24th, 1978 48 years ago
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March 24th, 1946 80 years ago
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March 24th, 1965 61 years ago
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Japanese actress and singer
Born
March 24th, 1985 41 years ago
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