COLOMBO (News 1st): US Ambassador to Sri Lanka Julie J. Chung called on President Ranil Wickremesinghe today (27), at the President's Office.

In a tweet, the Ambassador said that President Ranil Wickremesinghe takes office at a time when Sri Lanka stands at a crossroads.

She said they discussed how Sri Lanka arrived at this point of economic & political crisis, and how both sides can work together to navigate toward a brighter future for all.

She further tweeted "Our countries and our people have been friends and partners for more than 70 years, relationships that will flourish in a Sri Lanka that embraces good governance, respects human rights, and listens to the aspirations of its people.".

The President's Media Division in a statement said that the discussions were centered around strengthening ties between the country and taking forward relations, and the US Ambassador had assured support for the government's future endeavors.

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