The United States has provided a grant of US$17 million to support the development and modernization of the Port of Colombo in Sri Lanka.
US Ambassador Eric S. Meyer visited the port on October 16, beginning his tour at the Pilot Station, where he was welcomed by Minister of Ports and Civil Aviation Anura Karunathilaka and Sri Lanka Ports Authority Chairman Dr. Parakrama Dissanayake.
During the visit, Ambassador Meyer observed operations at the navigation centre and attended a media briefing at the administrative complex of the East Container Terminal.
He highlighted that the introduction of American technology would help accelerate cargo-handling operations, improve trade efficiency and strengthen Sri Lanka’s economy.
The Ambassador also stressed the importance of maintaining uninterrupted global trade and expressed his appreciation for the opportunity to witness port operations firsthand.
