The US Ambassador to Sri Lanka has been nominated by President Barack Obama to be the new Deputy Representative of the United States to the United Nations Security Council.
Ambassador Michele Sison was also nominated to be the “Deputy Representative of the United States to the United Nations, with the rank of Ambassador”, according to a press release by the White House.
President Obama, who made several appointments to key administrative posts said he looked forward to working with those chosen.
“These dedicated individuals bring a wealth of experience and talent to their new roles and I am proud to have them serve in this Administration. I look forward to working with them in the months and years to come,” the president said.