Non Align Foreign Policy Towards Great Powers And Regional Power- Case Study Sri Lanka

Abstract

This comprehensive article delves into the strategic importance of Sri Lanka in the Indian Ocean region and the diplomatic, economic, and military strategies adopted by the nation to safeguard its national interests. The discussion is enriched with insights into how Sri Lanka can effectively utilize its economic, diplomatic, information, and military resources to achieve its objectives. Sri Lanka's unique geographical location places it at the crossroads of major global powers and regional players, making its foreign policy choices of paramount significance. The article also evaluates the risks and costs associated with Sri Lanka's national objectives, accounting for the strategic environment, geopolitical considerations, and domestic factors. Assumptions of competing interests, regional cooperation, and economic competition are considered, both on the international and domestic fronts. This in depth examination of Sri Lanka's foreign policy and strategic approach provides valuable insights into the nation's pursuit of its national interests and the challenges it faces in a complex and dynamic global environment. The USA, China and India interests in Sri Lanka encompass several dimensions. Sri Lanka aims to position itself in the current world order by shaping its Nonaligned foreign policy and foreign relations with great powers and regional power protecting her national interest. A conceptual framework based on Terry Deibel's Strategic Logic Approach to Analyse Strategic Options to manage relation with Great powers and the Regional power as per Sri Lankan National Interests. Further, this paper discuss Ends Means and Ways of nonaligned Foreign Policy according Instrument of National power and Strategic Options Available.