Presidential campaign begins in Sri Lanka
Sri Lanka’s presidential race has kicked off, with 19 candidates handing in nomination papers. President Mahinda Rajapaksa, who is seeking a third term, called for the vote two years ahead of schedule. His main rival is his former health minister, who joined the race as the common opposition candidate.Al Jazeera's Minelle Fernandez reports from Colombo.
Sri Lanka’s presidential race has kicked off, with 19 candidates handing in nomination papers. President Mahinda Rajapaksa, who is seeking a third term, called for the vote two years ahead of schedule. His main rival is his former health minister, who joined the race as the common opposition candidate.Al Jazeera's Minelle Fernandez reports from Colombo.
Presidential campaign begins in Sri Lanka
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