Sri Lanka, Dec. 11 -- US Under Secretary of State for Political Affairs Allison Hooker has arrived in Sri Lanka for an official visit.

Under Secretary Hooker is scheduled to meet with Sri Lankan counterparts to discuss a wide range of bilateral issues, focused on deepening economic and commercial ties, strengthening defense cooperation, and supporting Sri Lanka's economic and maritime sovereignty, the US Embassy in Colombo said in a statement.

The United States and Sri Lanka share a strong and enduring partnership rooted in the mutual commitment to regional security, economic growth, and prosperity for the people of both countries, the statement added further. Through close cooperation on defense, trade, and maritime security, the US an...