Friday Mar 27, 2026
Friday Mar 27, 2026
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Defence Secretary Air Vice Marshal (Retd.) Sampath Thuyacontha (right) being welcomed by Indian High Commissioner Santosh Jha
The India-Sri Lanka Defence Industry Seminar, held on 25 March at the Taj Samudra Hotel in Colombo, welcomed Defence Secretary Air Vice Marshal (Retd.) Sampath Thuyacontha as the Chief Guest. Upon his arrival, the Defence Secretary was warmly received by the Indian High Commissioner Santosh Jha. The third edition of this seminar is being organised by the Indian High Commission under the theme “Identifying new opportunities and forging new bonds.”
Speaking at the event, the Defence Secretary said that the enduring Indo - Sri Lanka partnership, built on mutual trust and shared security interests.
He further noted that India’s rapidly advancing defence manufacturing sector presents valuable opportunities for Sri Lanka. Access to reliable, cost-effective technologies, along with prospects for training, technology transfer and joint ventures, could enhance Sri Lanka’s operational readiness while strengthening long-term strategic cooperation between the two nations.
A large number of participants, including tri-forces Commanders, senior military officers, senior Indian High Commission officials, industry experts, and State officials were also present at the occasion.
