NewsA delegation from the U.S. House of Representatives led by Congressman Bob Goodlatte, Chairman of the House Judiciary Committee, expressed their support for Sri Lanka’s efforts to fulfill its Geneva commitments, including more land returns, a statement from the US embassy said. Members also stressed the importance of the bilateral partnership to combat and eradicate trafficking in persons. The delegation departed Colombo on February 25 following a two-day visit to Colombo. This was the second visit by members of the U.S. Congress to Sri Lanka in February 2017, demonstrating the bipartisan support in the legislative branch of the U.S. Government for Sri Lanka’s democracy and its efforts to ensure lasting reconciliation. They also met with members of the American business community resident in Sri Lanka.

Source: Sunday Times February 28, 2017 13:18 UTC