Lanka confident of Obama support to counter terrorism: Bogollagama
2008-11-05 21:08:04

Foreign Minister Rohitha Bogollagama expressed confdence of support of US President elect Barack Obama to counter terrorism.

In a congratulatory message to Obama on his victory at the US Presidential elections. the Foreign minister said;

“Your campaign, from its inception, captured the imagination of people around the world. I have keenly followed with admiration how you resolutely steered the campaign on a steady course in the midst of many challenges in its path”.

“your success is a testament to your leadership and vision as well as to the indomitable spirit and idealism of the people of the USA. This decisive win has brought about a major transformation of the political landscape of the nation. The USA under your leadership will no doubt rise to meet the aspirations of its citizens as well as the expectations of the world community”.

“Sri Lanka hopes that our close and cordial relations with the USA will be further strengthened during your administration. We appreciate US efforts to curb terrorism globally, from which Sri Lanka has also benefited. We are confident of your support for our ef.