"It gives me great pleasure to congratulate you on the joyous occasion of the 241st anniversary of independence of the United States of America.

 

Sri Lanka and the United States share a time-tested partnership based on our commitment to shared values and democratic practice. Over the years, we have successfully workedtogether in many areasto advance our common interests, above all to fosterhuman freedoms, social and economic inclusion and equality and justice for all.

 

The goals and aspirations of Sri Lanka’s unity government have brought our countries even closer and unlockedpotential for further possibilities for cooperation.
I look forward to working with you to enhance bilateral ties and to further collaborate in multilateral for a for the benefit of our two nations and people.I am confident that together we will further strengthen our deep and enduring friendship, as we head toward the 70-year mark in diplomatic relations next year.
Please accept my best wishes to you and your family for a happy 4th of July."

 

       Ravi Karunanayake, M.P.

       Minister of Foreign Affairs