The Sri Lankan economic community mourns the loss of Amal Sanderatne, a prominent economist and the visionary founder of Frontier Research, an independent research firm. With his recent passing, Sanderatne’s legacy and profound contributions to various fields are remembered, especially his unwavering support of the Advocata Institute, an esteemed public policy think tank.
Amal Sanderatne’s memory is cherished fondly, not only for his accomplishments as an economist but also for his visionary leadership that left an indelible impact on Advocata Institute’s mission and initiatives. His guidance and assistance played a pivotal role in shaping the institute’s research and policy advocacy endeavors, solidifying its position as a prominent institution in Sri Lanka.
Having shared a warm bond with Advocata, Amal Sanderatne played a crucial role in formulating several essential reports for the institute, including those on State-Owned Oriented Enterprises and Price Control. With a notable background, Sanderatne was an alumnus of the prestigious London School of Economics and a CFA® charterholder. He previously held significant roles at Jardine Fleming HNB Securities and JP Morgan Chase, leading research efforts in various regions.
Before assuming the position of head of research at Jardine Fleming HNB Securities, Sanderatne began his career as an economist and also contributed as a financial writer for the Sunday Times business section during his student days. His expertise and dedication to the field of economics made him an influential figure among his colleagues, friends, and the Sri Lankan academia.
Amal Sanderatne’s passing is a significant loss to the community, but his remarkable contributions will continue to inspire and influence the endeavors of those who carry on his work. His invaluable legacy will live on through the impact he made and the lasting impressions he left on the field of economics and public policy.
