Sri Lankans are voting in a parliamentary election Thursday that is key for the country's new, Marxist-leaning president to consolidate his party's power and follow through on promises of economic recovery.

Sri Lankans vote today in a key parliamentary election, crucial for President Dissanayake and his NPP party to consolidate power. With economic turmoil and a need for reforms, the election results will significantly impact the nation’s future.

Sri Lanka votes in a snap general election on Thursday, called by new President Anura Kumara Dissanayake to secure a majority in parliament to back his policies in the island nation struggling to reco