Discussions between Prime Minister Ranil Wickremesighe and Minister Sajith Premadasa at Temple Trees earlier today have ended on a positive note, sources close to the Prime Minister said.

The meeting took place against the backdrop where Premadasa has turned down the conditions laid down by Wickremesinghe in exchange for presidential candidacy. Party indsiders said the meeting between the Prime Minister and Miniser Premadasa this morning could be a "make or break" meeting.

Speaking to Asian Mirror after the meeting, a source familiar with the outcome of the discussion said many differences were resolved at the meeting. He wet on to add that Prime Minister Wickremesinghe and Premadasa will work together during the election campaign.

However, a crucial Working Committee meeting of the UNP will take place tomorrow at 3 PM, party sources added. A final decision on the presidential candidacy would be made at the meeting.