Shannon commends Sri Lanka's post-war progress | Daily News

Shannon commends Sri Lanka's post-war progress

 

Ambassador Thomas Shannon, US under Secretary of State for Political Affairs in New York commended the Sri Lankan government for political, economic and social progress achieved in the post war period.

These views were expressed at a meeting held between Ambassador Thomas Shannonand and President of Sri Lanka Maithripala Sirisena on September 21 to coincide with the 72nd sessions of the United Nations General Assembly in New York.

While recalling two countries’ long time bilateral relationship, President Maithripala Sirisena expressed his gratitude to the US government for extending its support to develop war affected areas.

President Sirisena praised the support extended by US government for peace building and reconciliation process in the aftermath of three-decade war in Sri Lanka.

Ambassador Thomas Shannon commended the Sri Lankan government’s commitment to cooperate with countries belonging to the Indian region. He said that  President Maithripala Sirisena has set an example for being cooperative with all neighbouring countries.

The President insisted that Sri Lanka was able to maintain a neutral foreign policy and develop bilateral relationships between friendly countries ensuring regional security.

Ambassador Thomas Shannon pledged to continue his country’s support to Sri Lanka and informed President that he is expecting to visit Sri Lanka in November this year.


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