Prime Minister Harini Amarasuriya and US Ambassador to Sri Lanka Eric Meyer have held discussions on strengthening bilateral cooperation in trade, tourism, maritime security and education.
According to the Prime Minister’s Media Division, the discussions took place at Temple Trees on Tuesday (27), during a meeting between the Prime Minister and the US Ambassador, accompanied by a delegation.
Both sides explored opportunities to expand bilateral trade and economic relations, strengthen cooperation in the tourism sector and promote Sri Lanka as a destination for American tourists.
The discussions also focused on enhancing maritime security cooperation, including joint efforts to address shared maritime challenges.
During the meeting, PM Amarasuriya acknowledged the longstanding contribution of the Fulbright Scholarship Programme towards strengthening educational and academic cooperation between the two countries and stressed the importance of further expanding the programme.
Meanwhile, Ambassador Meyer briefed the Prime Minister on the US Peace Corps English language training programme and its potential contribution to improving English language education in Sri Lanka.
Both sides reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening the longstanding relationship between Sri Lanka and the United States through continued dialogue and cooperation in areas of mutual interest.
The meeting was also attended by US Embassy Deputy Chief of Mission David Myers, Secretary to the Prime Minister Pradeep Saputhanthri, Additional Secretary to the Prime Minister Sagarika Bogahawatta, and officials from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs. (Newswire)