An official from the US Department of Commerce met with representatives from American businesses in Sri Lanka this week, as part of his visit to the island
James Golsen, Asia Executive Director at the US Department of Commerce met with members of the American Chamber of Commerce in Sri Lanka (AMCHAM Sri Lanka).
The discussion reportedly covered “trade tariffs and remedies, e-commerce, issues facing US companies in Sri Lanka and the trade/investment climate in the country”, according to AMCHAM Sri Lanka.
Golsen’s visit comes amidst growing ties between Sri Lanka and the US, despite concerns over continued human rights abuses and a lack of accountability for atrocities committed by Sri Lankan government forces.
The closer relationship between the two governments has already seen several military exercises take place.