Eric Meyer has arrived in Colombo to take up his position as the 29th United States Ambassador to Sri Lanka, pledging to strengthen bilateral ties and expand economic and security cooperation between the two nations.

U.S. Ambassador-designate Eric Meyer landed in Colombo on August 22, 2026, to commence his official duties representing the United States in Sri Lanka. According to the U.S. Embassy in Colombo, Meyer expressed his commitment to the diplomatic role, emphasizing his intention to deepen the relationship between the two democracies.

Meyer outlined several key priorities for his tenure, including fostering new business opportunities for American enterprises, advancing shared security interests, and promoting economic prosperity for citizens of both countries. In his initial remarks following arrival, he stressed the importance of building upon the existing foundation of cooperation between the two nations.

The ambassador brings considerable experience in diplomatic service to his new post. Most recently, he served as Chargé d'Affaires at the U.S. Mission to Norway, a role in which he acted as the chief representative. Prior to his assignment in Scandinavia, Meyer held the position of Senior Bureau Official within the Bureau of South and Central Asian Affairs at the U.S. Department of State, providing him with direct experience in regional affairs relevant to his appointment.