Ministry of Defence - Sri Lanka

Deputy Commanding General (Strategy and Plans) US Army Pacific
(USARPAC) calls on Defence Secretary

June 04, 2024

Deputy Commanding General (Strategy and Plans), United States Army Pacific (USARPAC) Major General Scott A. Winter, paid a courtesy call on Defence Secretary General Kamal Gunaratne at the Defence Headquarters Complex in Sri Jayewardenepura, Kotte today (Jun 04).

Gen. Gunaratne warmly received Maj. Gen. Winter upon his arrival at the Ministry of Defence and engaged in a cordial discussion.

During the ensuing discussion, both high officials paid attention to enhancing defence cooperation, maritime domain awareness, human trafficking through sea routs and the mutual responsibilities of both countries towards fostering peace and stability in the region.

Chief of National Intelligence Maj. Gen. Ruwan Kulatunga (Retd) and Military Liaison Officer of the Ministry of Defence Maj. Gen. Dhammika Welagedara were also present at the occasion.