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Turkish Ambassador calls on Defence Secretary

October 11, 2024

The Ambassador of the Republic of Türkiye, His Excellency Semith Lütfü Turgut paid a courtesy call on the Defence Secretary Air Vice Marshal Sampath Thuyacontha (Retd), at the Defence Headquarters Complex in Sri Jayewardenepura, Kotte, today (Oct 11).

AVM Thuyacontha (Retd) warmly received the Turkish envoy this morning and had a cordial discussion.

The discussion focused on strengthening bilateral relations, defence cooperation and exploring opportunities for collaboration between the two nations. Both leaders reaffirmed the continuation of diplomatic ties and fostering mutual understanding in defence matters.

At the end of the meeting, souvenirs were exchanged to mark the event. The Military Liaison Officer of the Ministry of Defence, Air Vice Marshal Padman De Costa, was also present at the occasion.