August 23, 2024

Sri Lanka's President Ranil Wickremesinghe is seeking re-election for a five-year term in the September polls. PHOTO: EPA-EFE/THE STRAITS TIMES
Since President Ranil Wickremesinghe enjoys immunity while in office, the judgment carries no immediate legal consequences, but the state of the economy is expected to be a key issue for voters in the presidential election in September.
Sri Lanka's President Ranil Wickremesinghe is seeking re-election for a five-year term in the September polls. PHOTO: EPA-EFE/THE STRAITS TIMES
August 23, 2024