September 10, 2024 – Independent presidential candidate Ranil Wickremesinghe has announced his readiness to engage in a debate with Anura Kumara Dissanayake, the presidential candidate of the National People’s Force. Wickremesinghe’s acceptance of the challenge comes on the condition that the National People’s Force reaches a consensus on economic issues.
Wickremesinghe conveyed his willingness to participate in the debate during a discussion with a group of professionals. He emphasized that a constructive dialogue on economic policies could provide valuable insights to the public and contribute to informed decision-making in the upcoming presidential election.