U.S. Senator Praises Sri Lanka’s Commitment to Democracy

COLOMBO (News 1st); U.S. Senator Ben Cardin (D-Md.), Chair of the Senate Foreign Relations Committee, issued a statement regarding Sri Lanka's 2024 presidential election, praising the peaceful exercise of democratic rights by millions of Sri Lankans.

Senator Cardin stated millions of Sri Lankans peacefully exercised their democratic right in this weekend’s presidential election, demonstrating a deep and meaningful commitment to shaping their country's path forward.

Senator Cardin highlighted the significant challenges ahead for the new administration. 

These include the devastating, man-made 2022 economic crisis and advancing genuine progress in governance, anti-corruption, human rights, and accountability for past injustices.

Senator Cardin affirmed that the United States remains committed to supporting the people of Sri Lanka in their pursuit of an inclusive, just, democratic, and economically sustainable future.