COLOMBO, July 22 (Xinhua) -- The United States on Friday said it will look to work with the Sri Lanka navy for maritime security and stability.
The U.S. Embassy in Colombo said that the U.S. ship, USS New Orleans (LPD 18) with the embarked 13th Marine Expeditionary Unit (MEU) will arrive in Sri Lanka for a port visit on Sunday.
The ship and embarked MEU will be in Sri Lanka to increase bilateral ties with the Sri Lankan Navy and provide U.S. support and training for humanitarian assistance and disaster relief.
"The 21st century is in many ways the Indo-Pacific century, and Sri Lanka is well-positioned to take advantage of its strategic location," the U.S. Ambassador to Sri Lanka Atul Keshap said.
"The United States looks forward to working with the Sri Lanka navy as a key force for maritime security and stability."
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