Ambassador Julie Chung's Remarks at the U.S. Presidential Elections Watch Event

Location and Audience

On November 3, 2020, Ambassador Julie Chung, the U.S. Ambassador to Sri Lanka and the Maldives, delivered remarks at the U.S. Presidential Elections Watch Event held at the Shangri-La Hotel, Colombo.

The event was attended by a distinguished gathering of Sri Lankan government officials, political leaders, civil society representatives, and members of the diplomatic community.

Significance of the Event

The event was organised to provide a platform for Sri Lankans to follow the U.S. presidential elections and to engage in discussions on the implications of the election results for Sri Lanka.

In her remarks, Ambassador Chung highlighted the importance of the U.S.-Sri Lanka partnership and expressed her confidence that the relationship would continue to grow stronger in the years to come.

Key Points of Ambassador Chung's Remarks

In her speech, Ambassador Chung touched upon several key points:

• Importance of democratic values and the U.S.'s commitment to promoting democracy around the world.
• The strength of the U.S.-Sri Lanka partnership and the shared values between the two countries.
• The importance of continued cooperation between the U.S. and Sri Lanka on issues of mutual interest, such as economic development, security, and human rights.

Ambassador Chung's remarks were well-received by the audience, and the event provided a valuable opportunity for Sri Lankans to engage with the U.S. Embassy and to learn more about the U.S. presidential elections.