December 10, Colombo (LNW): A high-ranking U.S. delegation, led by Assistant Secretary of State for the Bureau of South and Central Asian Affairs Donald Lu, recently met Speaker Dr. Asoka Ranwala at the Parliament premises.
The delegation included prominent officials such as Anjali Kaur, Deputy Assistant Administrator of the Bureau for Asia at USAID, and Robert Kaproth, Deputy Assistant Secretary for Asia at the U.S. Department of the Treasury.
Discussions focused on Sri Lanka’s reform priorities and the pivotal role of Parliament in promoting accountability, transparency, and inclusive governance.
Speaker Ranwala expressed appreciation for the ongoing support of USAID in Sri Lanka, noting its efforts to enhance the connection between citizens and Parliament through various initiatives. He also voiced optimism for continued U.S. support in bolstering parliamentary democracy.
The U.S. delegation reiterated its commitment to supporting Sri Lanka’s progress and fostering democratic values.
Secretary General of Parliament Kushani Rohanadeera, U.S. Ambassador Julie Chung, and Private Secretary to the Speaker Ranapriya Abayasinghe also participated in the meeting.
