On behalf of the American people and the Government of the United States of America, I wish a joyous New Year to all Sri Lankan people.

The United States and Sri Lanka have a strong partnership based on extensive people-to-people ties and a shared commitment to democratic principles and a stable, secure Indo-Pacific. We look forward to building on this partnership and continuing to tackle shared challenges in the year ahead.

Best wishes to the Sri Lankan people for a safe and prosperous new year.