Sri Lanka: the economic impact of the attacks

The deadly terrorist attacks that took place across Sri Lanka on Easter Sunday are first and foremost a human tragedy, but are also likely to have severe economic consequences. A big drop in tourist arrivals will not only lead to a sharp slowdown in economic growth but will also add to Sri Lanka’s already-serious balance of payments problems.

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