In a statement on the impeachment proceedings, the US embassy, said it "remains deeply concerned about the impeachment proceedings" and that it "calls into question issues about the separation of powers in Sri Lanka and the impact of its absence on democratic institutions".
The statement went on to say:
“The Embassy is also concerned about accounts of violence during several of the protests. The Embassy calls on all sides to respect the right of peaceful protest and calls on the government to ensure that non-violent protesters are protected.”
“The United States, along with our partners in the international community, continue to urge the Government of Sri Lanka to uphold the rule of law and respect the principles of democratic governance”
