Colombo (News 1st): Minister Patali Champika Ranawaka responding to several questions by journalists in Galle noted that they will use a common symbol to contest. He noted that the current decision is to use the symbol of the swan, however, noted that it may change over time.

When questioned about pre-conditions to Sajith Premadasa as the Presidential candidate, he noted they did not put forward any conditions. However, he noted that he does not know if the UNP had any pre-conditions. He noted that all of them have got together and discussed and come to an agreement on what policies they should have in the coming 5 years. He added that they are still open about it.

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