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Deputy High Commissioner of India pays farewell call on Defence Secretary

July 13, 2023

The Deputy High Commissioner of the Indian High Commission in Colombo Mr. Vinod Kurian Jacob paid a farewell call on the Defence Secretary General Kamal Gunaratne at the Defence Ministry today (Jul 13).

The Defence Secretary extended a warm welcome to the Indian Deputy High Commissioner and later had a cordial discussion with him.

The outgoing Indian diplomat conveyed his gratitude to the Defence Secretary for his cooperation, assistance and leadership in maintaining the existing cordial bilateral military diplomacy.

Gen. Gunaratne while appreciating the Indian Deputy High Commissioner's service here also immensely thanked India’s support to Sri Lanka in times of great need.

Military Liaison Officer Brigadier Dhammika Welagedara and Defence Advisor of the Indian HC Captain Vikas Sood were also present at the occasion.