Changing civil-military relations in Sri Lanka

Article Abstract:

The Sri Lankan military has traditionally been supportive of the Sinhalese-controlled government. The civil government and the military have long established ties of class and kin. These close ties have been instrumental in quelling a number of coup de etats. However, the increasing size of the military and the growing distrust of the younger Sri Lankan officers for the Sinhalese government could severe the close links between the government and the military. The Sri Lankan military could then be transformed into a force that is more willing to intervene in political affairs.

Analysis, Civil-military relations

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Sri Lanka in 1992: opportunity missed in the ethno-nationalist crisis

Article Abstract:

The Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam continued its struggle to control the northern and eastern provinces of Sri Lanka throughout 1992. Its determination to pursue the Tamil ethno-nationalist cause has had devastating effects on the country's social order. Its policy of ethnic cleansing, frequent attacks on army camps and terrorist activities have already claimed many lives. Although the guerilla force has expressed its interest in the government's peace efforts, the prospect for negotiated settlement in the foreseeable future remains bleak.

Political activity, Ethnic relations, Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam

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Suharto's Armed Forces: building a power base in New Order Indonesia, 1966-1998

Article Abstract:

Indonesian Pres Suharto maintained control of the Armed Forces until his resignation in May 1998. His reorganization and depoliticization of the military made him the undisputed political and military leader that no other politician could match. Despite his resignation, the Armed Forces will continue playing a major role in Indonesia's political system. In fact, political stability and democracy in Indonesia will be ensured not under civilian rule but under military leadership.

Indonesia, Military aspects, Military policy, Suharto

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