Sri Lanka, Feb. 12 -- The Sri Lanka Navy has generated nearly US$ 600,000 in foreign exchange within four months by providing security services to international merchant vessels.

Director General of Naval Operations Rear Admiral Harsha de Silva noted the Navy generated US$ 598,250 from October 3, 2025 - when the programme was launched - through agreements with foreign private maritime security companies.

Under the initiative, the Navy facilitates logistical and operational support for security teams deployed on commercial vessels, creating a new revenue stream in foreign currency.

Rear Admiral de Silva revealed these figures while addressing a media briefing on the programme.

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