President Sirisena to address General assembly today, president Obama praises efforts towards strengthening of democracy

President Barack Obama has praised President Maithripala Sirisena’s commitment and actions taken for strengthening of democracy and good governance in Sri Lanka. He made these remarks yesterday (Sep. 28) at a meeting with President Sirisena while participating in the 70th session of the UNGA, the President Media reported. President Obama expressed his appreciation about the changes occurred in Sri Lanka under the new government. In response, the government news portal has quoted President Sirisena as saying his determination is to build reconciliation in the country. “I strongly believe that reconciliation should be established in the country after bringing an end to the war." When President Sirisena requested for assistance for poverty alleviation, the US President stated his government will extend fullest assistance to Sri Lanka in that regard. UN Secretary General Ban Ki Moon, at his meeting with President Sirisena on Saturday (Sep. 26) stated that President Maithripala Sirisena has won the grace of world leaders today because he is leading the country towards a correct path. President Maithripala Sirisena will address the United Nations General Assembly today. [caption id="attachment_84980" align="alignnone" width="340"] President Sirisena With President Obama and the First Lady at the White House. Pic Courtesy Governmet news portal[/caption]