The joint staff level talks between the Sri Lanka and Indian Navies began at the Navy Headquarters today and will continue till 26th September 2013. A wide range of issues of bilateral importance will be discussed with a view to strengthen the friendly ties between the Navies of the two neighbouring countries.
The three member Indian Navy delegation is led by Rear Admiral Monty Khanna, the Assistant Chief of Naval Staff (Foreign Cooperation and Intelligence) of the Indian Navy. On arrival, the head of the Indian delegation made a courtesy call on the Commander of the Sri Lanka Navy, Vice Admiral Jayanath Colombage.
The Sri Lankan Navy delegation of seven members is led by Rear Admiral NBJ Rosayro, the Director General Operations of the Sri Lanka Navy.
Delegates will focus on operational, Intelligence, training and miscellaneous as well as medical and dental matters concerning the two Navies. They will also share views on preventive measures to curb potential threats of drug trafficking, arms and human smuggling in the Palk Bay and the Palk Straits to enhance maritime security.