Colombo, Sri Lanka, April 22 -- Ministry of Defence and Urban Development issued the following news release:

The Republic of Korea Navy's destroyer 'Kang Gam Chan' received a ceremonial welcome on its arrival at the Port of Colombo today (Apr 22). The ship is making an official visit to the country.

Deputy Minister of Defence Major General Aruna Jayasekara (Retd) graced the ceremony held this morning.

Ambassador of the Republic of Korea to Sri Lanka, H.E. Miyon Lee was also present at the occasion.

The Deputy Minister accompanied by the ship's captain and the Korean ambassador made a visit to the ship. During the ensuing discussion the Deputy Minister hailed the visit of this ship as a milestone in the enduring partnership between the t...