Visiting Commander of the United States Indo-Pacific Command (INDOPACOM), Admiral Samuel J. Paparo called on President Anura Kumara Dissanayake at the Presidential Secretariat today.

According to the President’s Office, during the discussion, Admiral Paparo extended his best wishes to President Dissanayake and the new government on their planned initiatives. 

He also acknowledged Sri Lanka’s continued support in ensuring the security of the Indian Ocean region and maintaining a peaceful maritime environment.

Furthermore, Admiral Paparo reaffirmed the United States’ commitment to strengthening the enduring bilateral ties between the two nations and expressed support for Sri Lanka’s new governmental policies.

During the talks, President Dissanayake conveyed his appreciation for the assistance provided by the United States in enhancing human resources within Sri Lanka’s defence sector. 

The President also acknowledged the longstanding support extended by the U.S. in this regard.

Minister of Foreign Affairs Vijitha Herath, Senior Additional Secretary to the President Roshan Gamage, U.S. Ambassador to Sri Lanka Julie Chung, Lieutenant Colonel Anthony C. Nelson of the U.S. Army, and Senior Foreign Policy Advisor to the United States Indo-Pacific Command David Ranz were also present at the meeting. (Newswire)

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The Commander of the U.S. Indo-Pacific Command (INDOPACOM), Admiral Samuel J. Paparo, has arrived in Sri Lanka on a three-day official visit from 19-21 March.

According to the US Embassy in Sri Lanka, Admiral Paparo will engage with senior Sri Lankan government officials and military leaders during his visit.

The talks will focus on reaffirming the enduring U.S.-Sri Lankan security partnership and sharing the U.S. vision for regional stability and security in the Indo-Pacific. 

The US Embassy further said Commander Paparo’s visit underscores the United States’ ongoing commitment to enhancing security cooperation with Sri Lanka and addressing shared challenges in the Indo-Pacific.

Upon his arrival in Sri Lanka, Admiral Paparo was welcomed by US Ambassador to Sri Lanka Julie Chung.

“Pleased to welcome @INDOPACOM Commander Admiral Samuel Paparo to reaffirm our bilateral defense partnership with Sri Lanka and share our vision of stability and security across the Indo-Pacific,” Ambassador Chung said in a statement on ‘X’.

Ambassador Chung further said the Commander’s visit underscores the United States’ commitment to diplomatic and defense investments for continued peace and stability in the region. (Newswire)

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