US stands ready to support Sri Lankan people in the New Year

Sending greetings and best wishes for the Sinhala and Tamil New Year dawning tomorrow, the United States said that it stands ready to support Sri Lanka to make progress on reconciliation and accountability four years after the end of the armed conflict.
In a statement released Thursday the Secretary of State John Kerry said the New Year celebration brings the hope of new beginnings and fresh promise. Congratulating the Sri Lankans around the world as they celebrate Sinhala and Tamil New Year, and offering his "warmest wishes" for happy holiday and prosperous New Year, Secretary Kerry said "the New Year brings with it a new opportunity for all Sri Lankans to join together in the spirit of peace and reconciliation." "On behalf of President Obama and the American people, I am eager to support the Sri Lankan people in this journey as you work to make progress on reconciliation and accountability four years after the end of the conflict which divided your country." "The United States stands ready to partner with Sri Lanka and all Sri Lankans as you deal with these important issues," the Secretary's statement said. -->