Colombo, Sri Lanka, Jan. 31 -- Ministry of Defence and Urban Development issued the following news release:
SLNS Vijayabahu set sail today (30 Jan 25 ) from the Port of Colombo to Karachi, Pakistan, to join the multinational naval exercise 'AMAN-2025,' hosted by the Pakistan Navy. The vessel was ceremoniously sent off from Colombo, following traditional naval customs.
AMAN series of multinational exercises were started in 2007 with a view to promote regional cooperation and stability, greater interoperability and to display a united resolve against piracy, terrorism and crimes in maritime domain. AMAN-2025 is the 9th such exercise planned from 07 to 11 Feb 25 in Karachi.
Participating in this exercise will further strengthen the long-sta...