No legal or financial barriers as of now - EC

“Next week on (July 17), the Finance Ministry officials will be meeting us to discuss and brief matters pertaining to funds,” Rathnayake added.   

He reiterated that there are currently no legal or financial obstacles for the EC.   

Rathnayake further stated that the EC is empowered to declare the Presidential election after July 14. As such, the declaration is expected at the end of this month, allowing for polling to take place on a day between September 17 and October 17.