Presidential election will definitely be held: Prez

President Ranil Wickremesinghe has said that the presidential election will definitely be held in the future and financial allocations have already been allocated for it.

 While joining the “What’s New” workshop held at the President’s office on legal reforms with young legal professionals on Tuesday, the President said that that none of the candidates aspiring to run in the presidential election had announced their intention to abolish the executive powers associated with the position, according to the President’s Media Division (PMD).

 The President highlighted the dual nature of the executive presidential system, noting its advantages and disadvantages.

He emphasised that the executive power vested in the presidency played a pivotal role in the economic development of Sri Lanka and the resolution of the 30-year war.

“In the future, we will hold the presidential election. None of the candidates vying for the position have announced plans to abolish its executive authority. It’s imperative that we develop a programme geared towards reinforcing the Parliament’s role and capabilities,” the President has been quoted as having said.