Maldives and Sri Lanka Strengthen Defence Ties in High-Level Military Meeting

The Chief of Defence Force of the Maldives National Defence Force (MNDF), Major General Ibrahim Hilmy, met with the Chief of Staff of the Sri Lanka Navy, Rear Admiral Damian Fernando at the Sri Lankan Navy Headquarters. Major General Hilmy was welcomed with a ceremonial Guard of Honour, conducted in accordance with established naval traditions. The high-level meeting focused on strengthening bilateral defence cooperation between the two neighboring Indian Ocean nations. The discussions centered on matters of mutual strategic importance, reflecting the long-standing partnership between the Maldives and Sri Lanka. Both military leaders explored avenues for enhanced collaboration in areas of shared security interest. The meeting concluded with an exchange of mementoes, symbolizing the continued goodwill and strengthening partnership between the Maldivian and Sri Lankan defence forces. This engagement underscores the ongoing commitment to regional security cooperation in the Indian Ocean.