Julie Chung, the US ambassador to Sri Lanka, has stated that she is excited to work closely with the newly elected president.She emphasised the significance of holding a free and fair election in a post on X to commemorate the International Day of Democracy, referring to it as a crucial milestone for Sri Lankan democracy.
“Chung eager to collaborate closely with the next President”
“We commemorate the values of any robust and stable democracy on this International Day of Democracy, including justice, accountability, human rights, and making sure that every person has a voice in determining their own destiny through elections. Free and fair elections are the most important procedure for Sri Lanka’s democracy, and the US is eager to collaborate closely with the candidate that the people of Sri Lanka select to govern their country in the future.
