2008

• Ambasador Jaliya Wickramasuriya attends special religious services in greater Washington area -
  31 July 2008
  
  
• Students from Sri Lanka visit Embassy - 21 July 2008
  
  
• Ambassador Jaliya Wickramasuriya assumes duties in Washington DC - 14 July 2008
  
  
• Religious ceremony to welcome Ambassador designate Jaliya Wickramasuriya - 12 July 2008
  
  
• Minister G. L. Peiris visits Washington DC for bilateral talks under US-Sri Lanka Trade and Investment Framework Agreement (TIFA) - 19 June 2008
  
  
• All Buddhist Institutions in Greater Washington area participate in Embassy Vesak Dana - 20 May 2008
  
  
• Mayor appointed to Batticaloa Municipal Council as democracy is restored in the East - 12 March 2008
  
  
• Sri Lanka Embassy participates in embassy series of the World Affairs Council of Washington DC -
  06 March 2008
  
  
• Petty Officer Bandara felicitated in Maryland - 05 March 2008
  
  
• Sri Lanka Ambassador speaks of the national conflict at Institute on Religion and Public Policy -
  04 March 2008
  
  
• Screening of Sri Lanka Films at Freer and Sackler galleries of the Smithsonian Institution - 05 March 2008
  
  
• Strength of determination drives disabled Warrant Officer Upali - 29 February 2008
  
  
• LTTE attacks Catholic Church in Mannar - 15 February 2008
  
  
• Professional finesse and exquisite style of Sri Lankan dance thrill US audiences - 03 February 2008
  
  
• Challenging perspectives of Sri Lanka’s journey toward conflict resolution - 25 January 2008
  
  
• LTTE marks abrogation of ceasefire agreement with civilian bus bomb attack, killing 23 and injuring 67 -
  16 January 2008
  
  
• Sri Lanka Embassy celebrates Thai Pongal with the Sri Lankans in Washington DC - 14 January 2008
  
  
• Sri Lankans in Greater Washington commemorate the Third Anniversary of the Tsunami at IBC in Wheaton, Maryland - 03 January 2008
  
  
• Sri Lanka Embassy celebrates Christmas with the Sri Lankan Community in the Greater Washington Area - 03 January 2008

2007

• Little publicized facts about Sri Lanka’s Security Forces - 12 December 2007
  
  
• Government establishes "Help Desk" to assist the public in seeking information about detainees -
  04 December 2007
  
  
• Harvard club hosts a tsunami holiday benefit at the embassy - 30 November 2007
  
  
• Sri Lanka Embassy and Smithsonian National Zoo celebrate conservation of the Asian Elephant and Sri Lankan culture at the Washington Zoo - 18 November 2007
  
  
• Sri Lanka’s debut international bond issue oversubscribed over three times - 19 October 2007
  
  
• Sri Lanka Embassy and The Sri Lankan Community in Greater Washington DC celebrate Ramadan -
  09 October 2007
  
  
• Foreign Minister seeks a greater degree of commitment from expatriates to help Sri Lanka -
  07 October 2007
  
  
• Foreign Minister Bogollagama says US Congress amendment "unreasonable" and could ultimately contribute to providing a "lifeline" to the LTTE - 06 October 2007
  
  
• Foreign Minister says there has been a significant improvement in the human rights situation in Sri Lanka over the past few months - 05 October 2007
  
  
• Foreign Minister seeks USAID partnership in redevelopment of the Eastern Province - 04 October 2007
  
  
• Foreign Minister says US Congress must take into account recent improvements on the ground in Sri Lanka - 03 October 2007
  
  
• Foreign Minister briefs US Congressman on recent developments in Sri Lanka - 02 October 2007
  
  
• Sri Lanka needs the support of the international community to face the challenge of terrorism while pursuing the path of peace - 02 October 2007
  
  
• President Mahinda Rajapaksa encourages all Sri Lankan expatriates to be Ambassadors for Sri Lanka -
  29 September 2007
  
  
• The resettlement in Batticaloa and Trincomalee is in progress - 20 July 2007
  
  
• Abduction probe in Sri Lanka leads to arrests - 18 July 2007
  
  
• Sri Lanka promotes "Garments without Guilt" in the US market - 16 July 2007
  
  
• Sri Lanka accepts responsibility for removal attempt of Tamil Civilians; All removed persons return to Colombo - 11 June 2007
  
  
• Commission of Inquiry holds inaugural session as it begins investigations - 16 May 2007
  
  
• Sri Lanka Embassy commemorates Vesak with a Dana at the Embassy - 08 May 2007
  
  
• Dr. Patrick Mendis’ Book Signing Ceremony at the Embassy - 08 May 2007
  
  
• LTTE proved responsible for killing of Indian fishermen in Indian waters; gets caught in its devious ploy to implicate Sri Lanka Navy - 04 May 2007
  
  
• LTTE’S transmissions of TV and radio programs to Europe and Asia terminated by Intelsat Ltd -
  24 April 2007
  
  
• Another Bus Bombing in Sri Lanka - 03 April 2007
  
  
• Chief of Indian Naval Staff does not rule out LTTE involvement in the killings of Indian Fishermen -
  02 April 2007
  
  
• LTTE attacks Katunayake Air Force Base in the aftermath of recent defeats - 26 March 2007
  
  
• Foreign Minister appeals to Sri Lankan Expatriate Community to promote the cause of Sri Lanka in the U.S. - 19 March 2007
  
  
• Foreign Minister says Sri Lanka was committed to a negotiated solution to the conflict -16 March 2007
  
  
• Foreign Minister Bogollagama tells US Opinion makers, that political proposals not intended to meet LTTE demands but the totality of the Sri Lankan polity - 16 March 2007
  
  
• Foreign Minister calls on the U.S. to ban LTTE Front Organisations - 15 March 2007
  
  
• Meeting with US congressional leaders, Foreign Minister speaks of Sri Lanka’s peace initiative and the need for international support to halt LTTE fundraising - 14 March 2007
  
  
• Tamil Tigers’ attempt to replenish ammunition stockpile thwarted LTTE vessel blown up by Navy -
  01 March 2007
  
  
• LTTE attacks diplomatic delegation on humanitarian mission - 27 February 2007
  
  
• Sri Lanka sets international precedence for investigations into alleged human rights violations -
  23 February 2007
  
  
• Colonel Olcott centennial meeting in Washington DC - 21 February 2007
  
  
• Tamil Tigers change modus operandi to remove label of being terrorists - 08 February 2007
  
  
• Sri Lanka Embassy in Washington DC celebrates 59th Anniversary of Independence - 05 February 2007
  
  
• Tamil Tigers carry out suicide attack against ship carrying relief supplies to civilians in Jaffna peninsula -
  22 January 2007
  
  
• Thai Pongal celebrations in the Sri Lanka Embassy, Washington DC - 16 January 2007
  
  
• The Government is committed to peace; LTTE bombs crowded civilian buses - 09 January 2007

2006

• Sri Lanka Embassy in Washington DC Conducts multi-religious observances to mark the Second Anniversary of the Tsunami - 26 December 2006
  
  
• Sri Lankans in Washington celebrate Christmas at the Sri Lanka Embassy - 19 December 2006
  
  
• LTTE’s duplicity and callousness in exploiting the misery it has inflicted on Tamil civilians come to the fore again - 01 December 2006
  
  
• Army Commander Fonseka emphasises that the search for peace must not allow the LTTE to strengthen its military capability - 30 November 2006
  
  
• Sri Lanka promotion at Washington National Zoo to coincide with Kandula’s Fifth Birthday Celebrations -
  21 November 2006
  
  
• Sri Lanka promotion at The Washington National Zoo begins with lecture on "The Conservation of Asian Elephants in Sri Lanka and Beyond" - 17 November 2006
  
  
• Embassy of Sri Lanka commemorates Ramadan - 17 October 2006
  
  
• US Army War College honours Lieutenant General Parami Kulatunge - 12 October 2006
  
  
• Leader of the House of parliament urges his American counterparts to exercise caution in separating the real situation in Sri Lanka, from the disinformation being spread by the LTTE and its agents - 22 September 2006
  
  
• Sri Lanka Embassy joins in celebrating International Peace Day - 22 September 2006
  
  
• Sri Lanka calls on US Congressional Leaders to exert pressure on the LTTE to return to the negotiating table in good faith - 19 September 2006
  
  
• Australian Forensic experts assist Sri Lanka’s investigation into the killing of 17 local aid workers in Muttur - 09 August 2006
  
  
• Defence Secretary in Washington DC for Bilateral Consultations - 29 June 2006
  
  
• Ambassador Goonetilleke calls on States that have proscribed the LTTE, to also take action to curb activities of its front organizations - 28 June 2006
  
  
• Sri Lanka to aim for "High end special interest travellers" from the US - 23 May 2006
  
  
• Presidential Advisor Cabraal re-iterates President Rajapaksa’s firm belief to evolve a political settlement to the ethnic problem in Sri Lanka - 18 May 2006
  
  
• Presidential Advisor Ajith Nivard Cabraal says "Sri Lanka Government is ready, able and willing to discuss all issues relating to a devolved system of governance in the North and the East" - 16 May 2006
  
  
• International Community must ensure terrorist groups that enter into negotiations stay locked on -
  07 April 2006
  
  
• Sri Lankans in the US requested to contact the Embassy - 20 March 2006
  
  
• Sri Lanka Embassy embarks on a programme to reach out to Sri Lankan expatriates living in the US
  - 15 March 2006
  
  
• Sri Lankans in the Greater Washington area commemorate the 58th Sri Lanka National Day -
  05 February 2006
  
  
• Thai Pongal celebrations at the Washington Embassy - 16 January 2006
  
  
• US appreciative of the restraint shown by the Sri Lanka Government, in the face of grave provocation -
  06 January 2006
  
  
• Minister Samaraweera briefs Secretary Rice on Developments in Sri Lanka - 05 January 2006
  
  
• US Senator Lugar says Sri Lanka has the full support of the US Congress as it seeks to move the Peace Process forward - 04 January 2006

2005

• Embassy of Sri Lanka commemorates Ramadan - 04 November 2005
  
  
• Minister Amunugama addresses the 2005 Annual Meetings of the Boards of Governors of the IMF & World Bank - 28 September 2005
  
  
• President Kumaratunga urges donor governments and NGOs to complete projects undertaken towards Tsunami recovery without further delay - 23 September 2005
  
  
• Sri Lanka contributes an additional US $ 25,000 towards Hurricane Katrina Relief - 23 September 2005
  
  
• Ambassador Dhanapala urges Sri Lankan Tamil Diaspora to play an active role in moderating the behavior of the LTTE - 12 September 2005
  
  
• Ambassador Dhanapala calls on the U.S. and other donor co-chairs to ensure that the LTTE abandons terrorism and respects democracy and human rights norms - 09 September 2005
  
  
• Ambassador Dhanapala calls for greater international involvement in the Sri Lanka Peace Process, at a briefing on Capitol Hill - 09 September 2005
  
  
• Sri Lanka hands over donation to aid hurricane survivors and holds religious ceremonies to remember the dead - 06 September 2005
  
  
• Sri Lanka expresses sympathy on hurricane devastation and makes token contribution of $25,000 towards relief - 01 September 2005
  
  
• Ambassador Goonetilleke says, United States needs to send A Strong Message to the LTTE - 16 August 2005
  
  
• Foreign Minister Lakshman Kadirgamar Assasinated - 12 August 2005
  
  
• US Secretary of State Rice says US government “supports Sri Lanka in its effort to evolve a Joint Mechanism” and “recognized and applauded Sri Lanka’s commitment to democracy” - 03 June 2005
  
  
• President Bush says Sri Lanka having experienced Terrorism and Persevered, understands the Threat that Terrorism poses to Democracy and the World - 27 May 2005
  
  Statement of Ambassador of Sri Lanka to the United States of America - Mr Bernard A. B. Goonetilleke at the presentation of Credentials to President George W. Bush
  
  The U.S. President’s reply to the remarks of the newly appointed Ambassador of the Democratic Socialist Republic of Sri Lanka upon the occasion of the presentation of his Letter of Credence
  
  
• TAFREN Chairman Tittawella says Post-Tsunami Action Plan will serve as A Catalyst in Moving The Peace Process Forward - 12 May 2005
  
  
• One Million Dollars from The Bush-Clinton Houston Tsunami Fund For Children in Sri Lanka affected by The Tsunami - 06 May 2005
  
  
• Finance Minister Amunugama Appreciates International Assistance to Sri Lanka during The Tsunami Crisis at World Bank-IMF Spring Sessions - 18 April 2005
  
  
• Ambassador Goonetilleke welcomes Healthy Debate on Proposed Anti-Conversion Legislation, says It is Aimed at Avoiding The Issue Spiraling Out of Control Leading to Greater Social Unrest - 15 April 2005
  
  
• Ambassador Goonetilleke Commences Duties in Washington - 12 April 2005
  
  
• Sri Lankan Navy Ship P 621 reaches Colombo after A Historic Voyage - 28 March 2005
  
  
• Sri Lankan Airlines to fly daily to New York - 28 March 2005
  
  
• Embassy of Sri Lanka alerts Sri Lankan Authorities of Potential Tsunami Occurrence following Earthquake in Northern Sumatra - 28 March 2005
  
  
• Baby Abilash (“Baby 81”) and Parents visit Washington DC - 10 March 2005
  
  
• Ambassador Subasinghe attends USAID Exhibit Celebrating International Women’s Day - 08 March 2005
  
  
• Ambassador Subasinghe meets Baby Abilash (“Baby 81”) and Parents in New York - 07 March 2005
  
  
• Ambassador Subasinghe participates in Tsunami Fundraiser- “Reaching Out to the World” Organized by DC Kids Care at Lafayette Elementary School - 04 March 2005
  
  
• Sri Lanka Navy’s Newest Ship Heads Home from US - 21 February 2005
  
  
• Former Presidents George H.W. Bush and Bill Clinton will visit Sri Lanka - 18 February 2005
  
  
• Sri Lanka Navy’s Latest Acquisition sails away from the US - 18 February 2005
  
  
• Ambassador Subasinghe visits Limited Brands Head Quarters - 15 February 2005
  
  
• Ambassador Subasinghe participates in the Tsunami Wildlife Benefit at the National Zoo -
  10 February 2005
  
  
• Commemoration of 57th National Day of Sri Lanka 2005 - 07 February 2005
  
  
• Ambassador Subasinghe speaks at Roundtable on Post-Tsunami Challenges for Charities and Donors at the Aspen Institute Headquarters in Washington DC - 01 February 2005
  
  
• Sri Lankan Ambassador attends Swearing-In-Ceremony for US Secretary of State at the
  Department of State -28 January 2005
  
  
• Ambassador Subasinghe addresses US Corporate Executives on Post Tsunami Reconstruction in
  Sri Lanka - 18 January 2005
  
  
• Ambassador Subasinghe briefs US Senate on Relief, Recovery and Rehabilitation operation
  in Sri Lanka - 12 January 2005
  
  Power point presentation
  
  
• Ambassador Subasinghe Briefs US House of Representatives on Tsunami Relief, Recovery and Rehabilitation Effort in Sri Lanka - 05 January 2005
  
  
• Senator Bill Frist to visit Sri Lanka to assess Tsunami damage and offer assistance - 04 January 2005
  
  Click here for the pictures
  
  
• President Bush, First Lady And Two Former Presidents visit The Sri Lankan Embassy in Washington DC - 03 January 2005
  
  
• Minister of Urban Development and Water Supply meets Senior officials of the World Bank - 03 January 2005

2004

• Secretary of State Colin Powell signs Condolence Book at Sri Lankan Embassy - 30 December 2004
  
  
• Sri Lankan Embassy holds Inter-Faith Religious Service for Tsunami Victims - 30 December 2004
  
  
• Sri Lanka De-Mining Fund-Raiser draws Young Professionals in Washington DC - 02 December 2004
  
  
• Ambassador Subasinghe hosts Presentation for International Affairs Program at the
  Elliott School of International Affairs - 18 November 2004
  
  
• Sri Lankan Ambassador attends Iftaar Dinner at The White House Ambassador Subasinghe meets with President Bush - 10 November 2004
  
  
• Sri Lanka among the sixteen countries selected as Eligible for MCC Financing in FY 2005 -
  10 November 2004
  
  
• Sri Lankan Defence Attaché in US visits Westpoint Military Academy - 03 November 2004
  
  
• Ambassador Subasinghe speaks at the Second SAIS-SAARC Ambassadors’ Forum - 29 October 2004
  
  
• Trade Minister meets USTR Ambassador Zoellick - 26 October 2004
  
  
• Minister Fernandopulle to visit Washington DC for High-Level Trade Talks - 22 October 2004
  
  
• Ambassador Subasinghe at Asia - Pacific Center for Security Studies in Hawaii -18 October 2004
  
  
• Finance Minister meets with Counterparts in Washington DC - 06 October 2004
  
  
• Minister Amunugama addresses the 2004 Annual Meetings of the Boards of Governors of the
  IMF & World Bank - 04 October 2004
  
  
• Minister of Finance visits the United States of America - 29 September 2004
  
  
• Sri Lanka Apparel Industry to build partnerships with US Yarn and Fabric Makers - 17 September 2004
  
  Sri Lankans seek textile deals in N.C. - Charlotte Observer - 14 September 2004
  
  Sri Lankan execs coming to area - The Gaston Gazette - 10 September 2004
  
  
• Sri Lanka Apparel Mission to visit North Carolina to promote Business with Major US Textile Manufacturers - 09 September 2004
  
  
• Minister Premajayantha assured USTDA, World Bank and US Private Energy Sector support for meeting
  Sri Lanka’s priority needs in the Power and Energy Sector - 13 August 2004
  
  
• Minister of Power and Energy to visit the United States of America - 12 August 2004
  
  
• Ambassador Subasinghe addresses the International Diplomacy Conference at American University in Washington DC - 11 August 2004
  
  Power point presentation
  
  
• Minister Samaraweera concludes visit to Washington DC - 23 July 2004
  
  
• Minister of Ports and Aviation visits The United States of America - 18 July 2004
  
  
• Admiral Sandagiri meets with U.S. Officials - 25 June 2004
  
  
• Admiral Sandagiri accepts transfer of Former U.S. Coast Guard Vessel “Courageous” - 24 June 2004
  
  
• Minister Fernandopulle concludes visit to Washington DC - 23 June 2004
  
  
• Minister Jeyaraj Fernandopulle meets United States Trade Representative Robert B. Zoellick
  - 21 June 2004
  
  
• Minister of Trade, Commerce and Consumer Affairs to visit the United States of America - 18 June 2004
  
  
• Sri Lanka - U.S. Double Taxation Avoidance Convention enters into Force - 12 June 2004
  
  US-Sri Lanka Double Taxation Treaty (Convention & Protocol)
  
  Double Taxation Treaty between Sri Lanka and the US
  
  Technical Explanation of the Double Taxation Treaty between Sri Lanka and the US
  
  
• Sri Lanka in Overseas Private Investment Corporation (OPIC) US$90 Million Investment Funds for Asia -
  09 June 2004
  
  
• Ambassador Subasinghe hosts U.S. K-9 De-Mining Donor Delegation to Sri Lanka - 01 June 2004
  
  
• Ambassador speaks at the Inaugural Session of the SAIS-SAARC Ambassadors’ Forum - 21 May 2004
  
  
• Foreign Minister Kadirgamar assured continued U.S. support for Sri Lanka’s Peace Process and Enhanced Bilateral Trade - 13 May 2004
  
  Click here for the Foreign Minister Lakshman Kadirgamar's visit to USA - May 2004
  
  
• President Bush announces selection of Sri Lanka for the Millennium Challenge Account Assistance
  at the White House ceremony - 10 May 2004
  
  
• Foreign Minister Lakshman Kadirgamar to visit the United States of America - 08 May 2004
  
  
• Sri Lanka among the first sixteen countries selected to receive assistance under the Millennium Challenge Account - 06 May 2004
  
  
• Ambassador Subasinghe addresses the United Nations Association of the National Capital Area on the occasion of the Sinhala and Tamil New Year Celebrations - 22 April 2004
  
  
• World Bank approves an IDA grant of US$51 million for the Community Development and Livelihood Improvement "Gemi Diriya" Project - 30 March 2004
  
  
• U.S. Senate ratifies the Sri Lanka - U.S. Double Taxation Agreement and Protocol - 26 March 2004
  
  
• 56th Anniversary of Independence of Sri Lanka Celebrations in Hawaii - 10 March 2004
  
  
• Ambassador Ronald J. Sorini appointed Honorary Consul for Sri Lanka in the State of Illinois -
  04 March 2004
  
  
• U.S. Senate Committee on Foreign Relations holds Hearing on Ratifying the Sri Lanka - U.S. Double Taxation Agreement and Protocol - 04 March 2004
  
  
• Marshall Legacy Institute hosts the 2004 clearing the path gala to honor outstanding supporters of
  de-Mining - 27 February 2004
  
  Picture gallery
  
  
• National Day celebrations in Washington, DC represent ethnic and religious harmony - 20 February 2004
  
  Statement of H.E. Devinda R. Subasinghe, Ambassador of Sri Lanka to The United States of America at the 56th Anniversary of Independence celebrations
  
  Picture gallery
  
  
• Ambassador Subasinghe inaugurates seminar series organized by The Ashland International Business Initiative, Ashland, Ohio - 21 January 2004
  
  Picture gallery
  
  Power point presentation
  
  Ashland looks to Sri Lanka for growth - News Journal - 21 January 2004
  
  
  
• U.S. corporate and private donors contribute $ 120,000 funding six mine detection dogs for humanitarian demining in Sri Lanka - 21 January 2004
  
  
• Ambassador Subasinghe speaks at the 2004 Ambassadors' Forum "International Cooperation in Combating Terrorism - An Agenda for the 21st Century" - 07 January 2004
  

2003

• Ambassador Subasinghe speaks at the Ambassador's Forum at The Elliot School of International Affairs, George Washington University - 08 December 2003
  
  
• President Bush expresses confidence in the Sri Lankan prime minister's leadership and commitment to peace - 06 November 2003
  
  Prime Minister's visit to USA - November 2003
  
  
• Government concludes agreement with Microsoft - 05 November 2003
  
  
• Carnegie Mellon University in Pittsburgh, USA and the Government of Sri Lanka establishes Information and Communication Technology (ICT) Partnership - 01 November 2003
  
  
• U.S. to ratify the protocol amending the Sri Lanka-U.S. Double Taxation Agreement - 30 October 2003
  
  
• Admiral Sandagiri attends International Seapower Symposium in USA - 30 October 2003
  
  
• Ambassador Subasinghe attends Iftaar dinner at the White House - 29 October 2003
  
  
• Prime Minister Ranil Wickremesinghe to visit the United States of America - 24 October 2003
  
  
• Minister Moragoda in Washington DC to address a World Bank Development Seminar - 15 October 2003
  
  
• Foreign Minister Tyronne Fernando visits Los Angeles - 04 October 2003
  
  
• Minister Moragoda in Washington DC for Bilateral Consultations - 01 October 2003
  
  
• Wyoming residents help to clear a path for a Landmine-Free Sri Lanka - 19 September 2003
  
  
• Sri Lankan Service Commanders attend U.S. sponsored conferences - 12 September 2003
  
  
• Clearing a path for a Mine-Free Sri Lanka - 10 September 2003
  
  
• Sri Lankan Apparel Exporters meet major U.S. buyers in New York - 23 August 2003
  
  
• U.S. awards a US$ 560,000 - grant for development of a 300 MW coal fired power plant - 29 July 2003
  
  
• Clearing a path for a Mine-Free Sri Lanka - 17July 2003
  
  
• A U.S. Congressional Delegation visits Sri Lanka - 03 July 2003
  
  
• Minister Moragoda meets U.S. Government, World Bank and IMF Officials - 27 June 03
  
  
• Sri Lanka joins U.S. Container Security Initiative - 25 June 2003
  
  
• Ambassador Subasinghe participate in BIO 2003 Annual Convention - 25 June 2003
  
  
• Sri Lankan Ministers meets Hon. Ann Veneman, U.S. Agriculture Secretary - 25 June 2003
  
  
• Sri Lanka participates in Ministerial Conference and Expo on Agricultural Science and Technology Sacramento, California - 23 June 2003
  
  
• Ambassador Devinda R. Subasinghe visits Headquarters U.S. Pacific Command in Hawaii - 18 June 2003
  
  
• Sri Lanka - Candidate for a U.S. Free Trade Agreement (FTA) - 10 May 2003
  
  
• Ambassador Devinda Subasinghe discusses current trends in Sri Lanka and academic collaboration during visits to The University of Pittsburgh and Carnegie Mellon University - 08 May 2003
  
  
• U.S. Assistant Secretary of State Christina Rocca to visit Sri Lanka - 02 May 03
  
  
• State level lobbying urged to further Sri Lanka - U.S. ties - 21 April 03
  
  
• IMF approves US$567 million for Sri Lanka - 18 April 03
  
  
• Strong world community support for Sri Lanka is offered during Minister's trip to United States -
  18 April 03
  
  
• U.S. Commerce Secretary commends Sri Lankan peace efforts and economic reforms - 17 April 03
  
  
• Sri Lankan peace efforts are applauded as calls are made for more international support - 15 April 2003
  
  
• U.S. government expresses confidence in the Peace Process and Economic Reform Programme in
  Sri Lanka - 10 April 2003
  
  
• U.S. hosts meeting in Washington to garner international support for Sri Lanka's Peace Process -
  07 April 2003
  
  
• Minister of Environment and Natural Resources Rukman Senanayake seeks greater U.S. engagement in nature conservation activities - 02 April 2003
  
  
• "With the expectation of an early settlement to the ethnic conflict, Sri Lanka would be a profitable place to invest"-- Ansell CEO - 26 March 2003
  
  
• U.S. says it has great confidence in Sri Lanka, and was taking its economic relations with Sri Lanka very seriously - 25 March 2003
  
  
• Sri Lanka-U.S. High Level Trade and Investment Talks in Washington this week - 21 March 2003
  
  
• Senior U.S. official says LTTE would need to “renounce violence in word and deed" - 21 March 2003
  
  
• Sri Lanka Statement on Situation in Iraq - 20 March 2003
  
  
• President Bush says "Sri Lanka stands out as an island of optimism in this troubled world" -
  26 February 2003
  
  
• Armitage outlines U.S. rationale in supporting Sri Lanka's Peace Process despite overwhelming competing interests - 14 February 2003
  
  
• Ambassador Subasinghe asks Sri Lankans in U.S. to leverage their capability towards servicing the Sri Lanka-U.S. relationship in all its dimensions - 09 February 2003
  
  
• Message by Ambassador Devinda R. Subasinghe on the occasion of The 55th Anniversary of Independence of Sri Lanka - 04 February 2003
  
  
• Powell says U.S. committed to support Sri Lanka not only by word, but also in terms of substance -
  17 January 2003
  
  

2002

• New Year Message by Foreign Minister Tyronne Fernando - 31 December 2002



• Open Skies' Air Transport Agreement between Sri Lanka and United States of America enters into force -
  18 November 2002



• Minister Moragoda briefs U.S. Government on Peace Talks - 08 November 2002
  
  
• Visit to The United States by The Hon. Ranil Wickremesinghe, Prime Minister of Sri Lanka - 25 July 2002