US will continue to speak up for democracy - Ambassador

COLOMBO (News 1st) - The United State of America believes the youth of Sri Lanka can help drive progress towards a peaceful, united, and prosperous. 

US Ambassador to Sri Lanka Julie J. Chung speaking at the  All-Ceylon Young Men’s Muslim Association said that the United States government values our partnership with Muslim communities across the world. 

Ambassador Chung said the work by the youth is important to training the next generation of leaders who will build bridges of understanding and respect across Sri Lanka’s diverse communities.

The Ambassador said as the world faces transnational challenges these days, it is the rising generation of leaders of youth who will help find innovative solutions. 

She also applauded the work of the Bar Association represented by Saliya Pieris, for being courageous in speaking up for rule of law and speaking truth to power.

Since June, the United States of America announced $180 million in new humanitarian assistance – assistance that goes straight to those who need it the most to provide farmers with fertilizer and seeds, to help dairy farmers be more productive, providing meals to schoolchildren so they don’t go hungry at school and can instead play and learn with their friends, and the financing to SMEs that give small business owners just a chance to live out their dream.  

The Ambassador said the United States will continue to speak up for democracy, human rights for all, rule of law, good governance, and transparency.