Colombo, Sri Lanka, Sept. 22 -- Ministry of Defence and Urban Development issued the following news release: The newly appointed Ambassador of the People's Republic of China to Sri Lanka, H.E. Wei Huaziang, paid a courtesy call on the Defence Secretary, Air Vice Marshal Sampath Thuyacontha (Retd), at the Ministry of Defence today (22 September). During the cordial meeting, the Defence Secretary and the Chinese Ambassador exchanged views on matters of mutual interest, with particular focus on f...
Colombo, Sri Lanka, Sept. 21 -- Ministry of Defence and Urban Development issued the following news release: The United Nations Counter-Terrorism Committee Executive Directorate (CTED), in collaboration with the Ministry of Defence and the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Foreign Employment and Tourism of Sri Lanka, conducted a three-day high-level on-site consultation from 9 to 11 September 2026 in Colombo, aimed at supporting Sri Lanka's ongoing efforts to strengthen its national counter-terroris...
Colombo, Sri Lanka, Sept. 21 -- Ministry of Defence and Urban Development issued the following news release: Sri Lanka Naval Ship (SLNS) Sindurala arrived at the port of Visakhapatnam in India on 17 September 2026, to participate in the bilateral naval exercise 'SLINEX - 2026'. The Indian Navy formally welcomed the SLN vessel upon its arrival, adhering to naval traditions. The joint exercise will take place on 20 and 21 September in the seas off the east coast of India. On 18 September, the Co...
Colombo, Sri Lanka, Sept. 21 -- Sri Lanka Air Force issued the following news release: The Sri Lanka Air Force netball players showcased outstanding performances at the 2026 State Service Netball Championship, which commenced on 16 September 2026 at the Valarmathi Sports Ground, Chavakachcheri, Jaffna, securing their dominance throughout the tournament. Organised by the State Service Netball Sports Association, the tournament featured 52 teams representing 18 Government Institutions. The Sri L...
Colombo, Sri Lanka, Sept. 20 -- Sri Lanka Air Force issued the following news release: The Radar Maintenance Wing at SLAF Base Katunayake proudly commemorated its 17th Anniversary on 20 September 2026. Established on 20 September 2009, the Wing has evolved into a vital maintenance organization responsible for ensuring the operational readiness and sustainability of radar systems supporting Sri Lanka's National Air Defence Network. To mark this significant milestone, a customary Anniversary Day...
Colombo, Sri Lanka, Sept. 20 -- Ministry of Defence and Urban Development issued the following news release: A Sri Lanka Army contingent comprising 20 Officers and 55 Other Ranks departed from the Mattala Rajapaksa International Airport on 16 September 2026 to participate in Exercise "Wolverine Path II - 2026", scheduled to be conducted at the 249th "Sergeyevsky" Combined Arms Training School in Russia. The exercise aims to promote cooperation, enhance professional knowledge and facilitate the...
Colombo, Sri Lanka, Sept. 19 -- Sri Lanka Air Force issued the following news release: The Commander of the Air Force, Air Marshal Bandu Edirisinghe, conducted the Commander's Inspection at Sri Lanka Air Force Station Piduruthalagala today (19 September 2026). Upon arrival, the Commander was warmly received by the Acting Commanding Officer, Squadron Leader Asanka Bopitiya, and accorded a ceremonial Street Lining. During the inspection, a Certificate of Commendation was awarded to Civilian Empl...
Colombo, Sri Lanka, Sept. 18 -- Sri Lanka Air Force issued the following news release: The International Organization for Migration (IOM) officially opened 63 transitional shelters constructed for families affected by Cyclone Dithwa at Rangala Waththa, Kandy, on 17 September 2026. The project, funded by the Government of Japan, was inaugurated in the presence of Ambassador of Japan to Sri Lanka H.E Akio Isomata, and Commander of the Sri Lanka Air Force Air Marshal Bandu Edirisinghe. The ceremo...
Colombo, Sri Lanka, Sept. 18 -- Sri Lanka Air Force issued the following news release: The Commander of the Air Force, Air Marshal Bandu Edirisinghe, conducted the Commander's Inspection at the Sri Lanka Air Force Combat Training School (SLAF CTS) Diyatalawa on 18 September 2026. The Commander reviewed the Commander's Inspection Parade commanded by the Commanding Officer of SLAF CTS Diyatalawa Air Commodore Lalith Sugathadasa. During the parade, Certificates of Commendation were awarded to the...
Colombo, Sri Lanka, Sept. 17 -- Sri Lanka Air Force issued the following news release: The change of command at the Non-Commissioned Officers' Management School, SLAF Academy, China Bay, took place today (17 September 2026). The Acting Commanding Officer, Squadron Leader KL Dhanawalawithana MSc (Mil Tec), BSc (Avn Stu), handed over the duties to Wing Commander LRTPB Senevirathna Msc (Def & Strat stu), MLRHRM, psc. The newly appointed Commanding Officer, Wing Commander LRTPB Senevirathna Msc (D...