Saturday Sep 05, 2026
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FMC Chairman Laura DiBella
Commissioner Robert Harvey
The US Federal Maritime Commission (FMC) Chairman Laura DiBella and Commissioner Robert Harvey will visit Sri Lanka from 6-10 September to advance cooperation on maritime trade, investment, and the shipping networks connecting American businesses and consumers to markets across the Indo-Pacific.
The US Embassy said during her visit, Chairman DiBella and Commissioner Harvey will meet with senior Sri Lankan government and maritime leaders. Chairman DiBella will deliver remarks at the 8th Colombo International Maritime and Logistics Conference and Commissioner Harvey will serve on a panel.
“Over 80% of the containers moving through Colombo continue on to destinations around the world—a remarkable illustration of Sri Lanka’s role at the heart of Indian Ocean shipping,” said US Ambassador to Sri Lanka Eric Meyer.
“Chairman DiBella’s visit recognises the importance of that role and provides an opportunity to deepen our cooperation with the people and institutions that keep this vital trade moving across the Indo-Pacific. Secure and efficient shipping creates opportunities for American businesses, strengthens Sri Lanka’s position as a regional hub, and supports prosperity in both our economies.”
Established in 1961, the Federal Maritime Commission is the independent federal agency responsible for regulating the US international ocean transportation system for the benefit of US exporters, importers, and consumers.
The FMC works to promote a competitive and reliable international ocean transportation system and protect the American public from unfair or deceptive practices in the shipping industry.
Chairman DiBella has led the Federal Maritime Commission since January 2026 following her nomination by US President Donald Trump. Commissioner Harvey was sworn in as a Commissioner on 1 June, 2026.
