NPP selects AKD as next Presidential candidate

Member of Parliament Anura Kumara Dissanayake said he has been chosen as the candidate of the National People's Power (NPP) party for the upcoming presidential election.

Speaking at a television political programme, Dissanayake revealed that the decision was made after a thorough discussion within the NPP's Executive Council. 

A proposal for his candidacy was presented during the council meeting and it was officially approved on Monday evening, he said.