The position of United States Ambassador to Sri Lanka and the Maldives has existed since 1949. Sri Lanka–United States relations and Maldives–United States relations have been friendly throughout the history of Sri Lanka and the history of the Maldives. The diplomatic mission representing the United States in both countries is located in Colombo, Sri Lanka. Julie Chung has been confirmed to be the ambassador from the United States to Sri Lanka and the Maldives. She succeeded Alaina B. Teplitz to this position.