The United States of America congratulated Anura Kumara Dissanayake on his election as Sri Lanka’s new President and added that the US was looking forward to promoting economic growth, security, and deeper cooperation between the two nations.
The US State Department in a statement said, “The United States congratulates President Anura Kumara Dissanayake on his victory in the Sri Lankan Presidential Election, as confirmed by the vote results on September 22. We commend the people of Sri Lanka for peacefully exercising their right to vote. This election is a testament to the strength of Sri Lanka’s democratic institutions and the commitment of its citizens to shaping their future through peaceful and democratic means.
The United States remains committed to supporting Sri Lanka as it builds a stable, prosperous, and cohesive society. We look forward to working with President Anura Kumara Dissanayake to further strengthen our bilateral ties, which are based on shared democratic values and respect for national sovereignty. We also look forward to promoting economic growth, security, and deeper cooperation between our nations.”
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