Sri Lanka, April 24 -- Australia and Sri Lanka's commitment to countering maritime security threats has been on display with the launch of a new joint maritime security operation in Colombo today.
Aptly named Disi Rela, which means 'keeping a watchful eye over the maritime environment,' the new joint activity will see the Australian Border Force (ABF) and Department of Sri Lanka Coast Guard (SLCG) undertake a week-long programme of work, from Dikkowita to Chilaw.
Commander Joint Agency Task Force Operation Sovereign Borders, Rear Admiral Brett Sonter, RAN said that Disi Rela underscores the strong partnership between the two countries.
"We often refer to the Australian-Sri Lankan relationship as gold standard. Today's launch of Disi Rela...