The United States of America has commended Sri Lanka’s commitment to 70% renewable energy by 2030 and its proactive role in global climate initiatives.
Taking to ‘X’, US Ambassador to Sri Lanka Julie Chung said a discussion was held on ongoing US support, including the United States Agency for International Development’s (USAID) work on power sector reforms.
She further said the discussion also focused on potential collaborations with the world’s largest museum, Smithsonian Institution to protect Sri Lanka’s unique natural resources.
“The US remains a steadfast partner, providing the latest knowledge, technology, and resources to help Sri Lanka tackle environmental challenges and build a greener, more resilient future,” she added.
US Ambassador Julie Chung added that the discussion was held with Sri Lanka’s Foreign Minister Ali Sabry, Presidential Advisor on Climate Change Ruwan Wijewardena, and US State Department Acting Assistant Secretary Jennifer Littlejohn. (Newswire)
