Sri Lanka, Sept. 14 -- Regional Cooperation State Minister Tharaka Balasuriya commended the role of ARF as a proponent of peace, stability and prosperity in the region and highlighted the values of constructive dialogue, consultation and cooperation by all member states in maintaining peace and security in the region, called for collective efforts by the ARF member states to address traditional and non-traditional security threats.

State Minister Tharaka Balasuriya was participating in the 27th ASEAN Regional Forum on September 12 virtually.

He said that concerted efforts by all members of the ARF is vital to face the uphill task of economic recovery and rebuilding the livelihood of its citizens in the aftermath of the global pandemic. ...