President Ranil Wickremesinghe charted a path for Sri Lanka out of its worst financial crisis in decades, but the austerity measures that were key to this recovery may hinder his bid to return to his job in Saturday's presidential election.

Officials are yet to release the final voting percentage. By 2 pm, more than 60 per cent of the 17 million eligible people had voted.

Chennai: Ranil Wickremesinghe is often dubbed as the “ultimate survivor” in Sri Lankan politics. The 75-year-old managed to get himself elected as the country’s President in 2022 with support from the powerful Rajapaksas, who had to resign following a popular uprising against them.

Sri Lankans who usually vote along religious and ethnic lines will be keeping another factor in mind when they vote Saturday on a new president

Incumbent President Ranil Wickremesinghe was interviewed by“Daily FT' Editor Nisthar Cassim earlier this week. The exclusive interview commenced with two questions about the forthcoming presidential election on Sep 21.

As Sri Lanka prepares for a decisive phase next week, President Ranil Wickremesinghe who is contesting as an independent candidate for the 2024 Presidential election yesterday expressed confidence over his victory and shared a clear roadmap for the country’s next five years.

As Sri Lanka prepares for its presidential election, the economy shows signs of recovery under President Ranil Wickremesinghe after a severe crisis.

Sri Lankans began voting Saturday in a presidential election that will determine the course of the country's recovery from its worst economic crisis and resulting political upheaval. The election, contested by 38 candidates,