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Sri Lanka energy minister resigns amid coal probe

Sri Lanka's energy minister has stepped down after a presidential commission ordered an investigation into coal imports.

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Sri Lanka's energy minister has resigned following the establishment of a presidential commission to investigate coal import procurement practices. The resignation comes amid heightened scrutiny over transparency and oversight within the country's energy sector. This development adds fresh political pressure on the Sri Lankan government as it faces ongoing questions about accountability.
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