COLOMBO (News 1st) – A special discussion took place between the officials of the Election Commission and the President's Secretary, focusing on the upcoming election process.

Chairman of the Election Commission, R.M.A.L Ratnayake, confirmed the participation of the Secretary of the Ministry of Finance and a group of Treasury officials in the meeting.

During the discussion, particular attention was given to the arrears owed to the Election Commission from the Treasury. The President's Secretary instructed the Treasury officials to take necessary actions for the prompt disbursement of funds.

Furthermore, the budget estimate for next year's election expenditure will be sent to the Treasury without delay. This includes the budget estimate for the presidential election, which will be calculated based on the election day for the following year.

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