he United States says it will remain engaged with Sri Lanka despite some differences of opinion on the political front. 

In a message released in Colombo to mark America's Independence Day, the U.S. Ambassador to Sri Lanka , Patricia Butenis said the Sri Lankan government has made progress on the resettlement issue and post war development and has also made great progress with the rehabilitation of ex-combatants.

She said demining is another significant achievement.

However, Butenis said there still remains a lot to be done and the U.S government stands ready to help Sri Lanka to move forward.

She said her government will continue with the development programmes with the public and private sector in Sri Lanka while helping especially the communities most affected by the conflict.