COLOMBO (News 1st): A special debate will take place in parliament on Wednesday (Feb. 23) on the prevailing economic situation in the country.

The special debate will be held as per a request submitted by the Opposition, Speaker Mahinda Yapa Abeywardena told News 1st.

The special parliamentary debate on the present economic situation will be held throughout the day.

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