Korean Ambassador meets Defence Secretary
October 05, 2023Ambassador of the Republic of Korea, H.E. Miyon Lee called on Defence Secretary General Kamal Gunaratne at the Defence Ministry at Sri Jayewardenepura, Kotte today (Oct. 5).
The Ambassador was accompanied by the Defence Attaché of the Korean Embassy in New Delhi, Captain (Navy) Choi Yongseok.
Gen. Gunaratne warmly received the Korean Ambassador on her arrival at the Defence Ministry. During the ensuing cordial discussion on matters relating to further strengthening the existing ties between the two nations and reaffirming their commitment to mutual cooperation and partnership were discussed.
The Defence Secretary spoke on the potential scope for joint military exercises, training programs and the exchange of defence-related knowledge and technology between both countries.
At the end of the discussion, Gen. Gunarate and Ambassador Lee exchanged mementos to mark the occasion.
Military Liaison Officer of the Ministry of Defence Major General Dhammika Welagedara was also present during the meeting.
