U.S. Agriculture Representative Meets Sri Lankan President to Discuss Dairy Modernization

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April 27, Colombo (LNW): Alexis Taylor, the Under Secretary for Trade and Foreign Agricultural Affairs at the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA), paid a courtesy visit to President Ranil Wickremesinghe on Friday, April 26th.

During their meeting, President Wickremesinghe was briefed on the ongoing dairy modernization program supported by the United States. Expressing appreciation for the initiative, the President noted that it would complement Sri Lanka’s existing efforts to expand dairy production across the island.

In turn, President Wickremesinghe outlined the government’s broader agriculture modernization agenda, stressing the importance of engaging youth in the sector. The U.S. delegation expressed support for these endeavors, affirming their commitment to providing necessary assistance.

The meeting underscores the collaborative efforts between Sri Lanka and the United States in advancing agricultural development and highlights the potential for further cooperation in this crucial sector.

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