Sri Lanka is set to hold a parliamentary election on November 14, following the recent presidential victory of Anura Kumara Dissanayake. This election, estimated to cost 11 billion Sri Lankan rupees, is necessary after Dissanayake dissolved Parliament to gain legislative support for his policies amid ongoing economic challenges and an IMF bailout program. The election will utilize the voter registration list from the presidential election, though funds for the election were not included in the current budget. Dissanayake's administration faces scrutiny as the election is viewed as a critical test of their governance and ability to implement pro-poor policies. With international attention on the election, the outcome could significantly impact Sri Lanka's debt restructuring negotiations and overall political stability.