US tells RW will support SL after deal with IMF

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Prime Minister Ranil Wickremesinghe yesterday had a telephone conversation with the US Secretary of State Antony Blinken where the duo discussed issues concerning Sri Lanka and support from the US.

A statement from the Prime Minister’s Media said Wickremesinghe explained the current status of the ongoing discussions with the International Monetary Fund.

He added that Sri Lanka is looking to work closely with the United States and further strengthen ties between the two nations.

Antony Blinken agreed to support Sri Lanka and to promote investment in Sri Lanka after the conclusion of the IMF talks.

Prime Minister Ranil Wickremesinghe has requested US Secretary of State Antony Blinken to extend his greetings to US President Joe Biden.