We were given power to govern the country for five years. Q: If the next Prime Minister is Ranil Wickremesinghe, there could be a clash between the President and Prime Minister. A: It is up to the Prime Minister to decide. Q: What action will the UNP take to avoid similar incidents at government institutions, especially at State media institutions, in the event of a transition of power ? A: I think power should be transferred in a peaceful and democratic way.

Source: Sunday Observer December 15, 2018 19:52 UTC