Ambassador Speech to the University of Moratuwa’s Closing Ceremony of Mentoring Program Conference Hall of HNB Towers (Pic. by Finton Fernando)

Ambassador Speech to the University of Moratuwa’s Closing Ceremony of Mentoring Program Conference Hall of HNB Towers.

Friday, May 9

It’s a pleasure to attend this event today on behalf of my government.  I am honored to participate in the closing ceremony of the mentoring program in the Department of Computer Science and Engineering.  I also am pleased to help acknowledge the winners of the programming and drama competitions.

Today we celebrate two important themes in academic life: excellence and mentoring.  The programming and drama award winners deserve our respect for their intellectual excellence, while the mentors deserve our admiration for their generosity and dedication. (More)

Remarks by Ambassador Robert Blake for the Graduation Ceremony for Port and Harbor Security Management Training

May 9, 2008 Galadari Hotel, Colombo

It’s a pleasure for me to be here today for the graduation ceremony marking the first ever training offered in Sri Lanka on Port and Harbor Security Management. 

This training is taking place under the auspices of the State Department’s Diplomatic Security Service’s Office of Antiterrorism Assistance.  This program provides training and equipment to the law enforcement and security organizations of friendly countries to enhance their capabilities and capacity to detect, deter, counter, and investigate terrorist activities. (More)

First Lady on U.S. Aid to Burma after Cyclone

President Bush Asks Congress to Approve $770 Million More in Food Aid

President Bush has called on Congress to approve an additional $770 million to support food aid and agricultural development programs in fiscal year 2009.

With the administration's release of $200 million worth of emergency food reserves from a special humanitarian trust in April, America would spend a total of nearly $1 billion in new funds to bolster food security in poor nations, Bush said May 1 at the White House. The trust is administered by the U.S. Department of Agriculture.

Remarks made by President Bush "In recent weeks, many have expressed concern about the significant increase in global food prices. And I share this concern. In some of the world's poorest nations, rising prices can mean the difference between getting a daily meal and going without food." (More)

I would like to thank Gordon Glick for asking me to welcome you this morning.  The American Chamber of Commerce is a dynamic group, and is one of, if not the, strongest bilateral chambers in the country.  The Embassy is proud of the job they are doing and pleased to have an active, ongoing relationship with the chamber. 

Today you will be discussing how “green” practices can be best used to drive business strategy and create competitive advantage.  It is a tremendously important topic, and will continue to be for the rest of our lives.  So we salute your active interest in it and your presence here today. (More)

Robert Gabor Head, Economic and Commercial Affairs

Remarks made by Robert Gabor, Head of Economic and Commercial Affairs, U.S. Embassy Colombo at the Launch of Kaplan Medical Programs

April 29, 2008, Hilton Hotel, Colombo

I am happy to be here to represent the U.S. Embassy in welcoming the launch of Kaplan Medical Programs in Sri Lanka. 

Kaplan is a household name in the United States.  Since it’s founding in 1938, its business had broadened to provide a range of services, including educational services, test preparation, professional training, and services for school-age children.  It is a well-respected company. (More)

Country Reports on Terrorism 2007

(Apr. 30): Each year, the Secretary of State provides to Congress a full and complete report on terrorism entitled Country Reports on Terrorism. The report covers developments in countries in which acts of terrorism occurred, countries that are state sponsors of terrorism, and countries determined by the Secretary to be of particular interest in the global war on terror.

• Briefing | Full Report | South and Central Asia Overview

View more news.....