Sunday, June 4, 2023 Esteemed panelists, justices and judges, Mr. Nawaratne President of the Bar Association of Sri Lanka, Members of the Management committee, Members of the organizing committee led by Mr. Musthapa, other presidents counsel, distinguished ladies and gentlemen, Good Morning. I am honored to be invited to address such a distinguished group this ... Read More»

May 31, 2023 Good evening friends of the American Alumni Association, Disaster Management Center, and all guests.  This year marks the 75th anniversary of bilateral relations between the Sri Lanka and the United States, and there is no better testament to the breadth and depth of that relationship than a project like this. You already ... Read More»

May 19, 2023 AmCham President Lakshan Madurasinghe, distinguished guests, and friends, what an honor it is to be here today to commemorate two important anniversaries:  the establishment of the American Chamber of Commerce in Sri Lanka and the establishment of bilateral relations between the United States and Sri Lanka. This year marks the 30th year ... Read More»

May 18, 2023 Thank you for gathering this evening to celebrate our permanent collection of American and Sri Lankan art gracing the walls of the embassy. As part of the Art in Embassies program, which brings modern and contemporary American and host country art to embassies, consulates and residences around the world, this collection reflects ... Read More»