Sri Lanka, April 23 -- President Anura Kumara Dissanayake announced today (23) that a joint statement will soon be released following high-level discussions with the United States regarding the recent imposition of tariffs on Sri Lankan exports.

Speaking at a political rally in Ratnapura, the Head of State described the talks as "productive," assuring the public that the outcomes will be revealed in a joint statement.

The dialogue between the parties took place yesterday (22), focusing on the 44% reciprocal tariff recently imposed by the United States on Sri Lankan goods, primarily affecting the island nation's vital apparel and textile sector.

The United States remains Sri Lanka's largest export destination, accounting for approximate...