US envoy Sergio Gor visits Colombo Port

25-Mar-2026

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US Special Representative for South and Central Asia Sergio Gor visited the Port of Colombo, stating that the visit helped him understand its role in connecting South Asia to global markets and the importance of maritime security.

During his visit, he held discussions with senior Sri Lankan officials, including President Anura Kumara Dissanayake, and key economic stakeholders such as Treasury Secretary Dr Harshana Suriyapperuma and Central Bank Governor Dr Nandalal Weerasinghe.

Discussions focused on unlocking the full potential of economic partnerships and trade relations between Sri Lanka and the United States.

He further noted that ongoing cooperation between the two countries would support efforts to enhance port efficiency and promote secure and transparent trade.