US Ambassador Julie Chung calls on President Dissanayake

US Ambassador Julie Chung calls on President Dissanayake

October 1, 2024   02:00 pm

President Anura Kumara Dissanayake has met with U.S. Ambassador Julie J. Chung at the Presidential Secretariat in Colombo, today (01).

Ambassador Chung extended her warm congratulations to President Dissanayake on his recent inauguration and emphasized the importance of fostering robust bilateral relations between the United States and Sri Lanka.

Particular focus was placed on enhancing diplomatic relations between the United States and Sri Lanka, along with fostering economic and social cooperation in areas of mutual interest to both nations, the President’s Media Division (PMD) said.

Meanwhile, in a post on ‘X’ (formerly Twitter), the US Ambassador said it was a pleasure to meet with President Dissanayake Anura Kumara Dissanayake to discuss the enduring U.S.-Sri Lanka partnership.

“I emphasized our shared goals of building stronger, inclusive communities and thriving local economies, highlighting that our assistance and programs empower Sri Lankans to achieve their own goals & aspirations -- while enhancing the country’s capabilities in transparency, accountability, civic participation, and good governance.” 

“As Sri Lanka embarks on a new chapter, the United States remains your strong partner in supporting unity, good governance, prosperity, and human rights,” she said.

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