Colombo, Sri Lanka, Jan. 29 -- Ministry of Defence and Urban Development issued the following news release:
Lieutenant Colonel Anthony (US Army) C. Nelson, the Defence Attache, and other officials from the US Embassy in Colombo paid a courtesy call on the Deputy Minister of Defence, Major General Aruna Jayasekara (Retd) this morning.
During the ensuing interactive meeting, the Deputy Minister appreciated the support extended by the US government to enhance Sri Lanka's defence capabilities. Moreover, both parties exchanged views on the strong and enduring bonds of goodwill and mutual understanding that underpin the defence cooperation between the two nations.
The meeting reaffirmed the strong and valuable partnership between Sri Lanka and...