Colombo, March 20 -- The United States and Sri Lanka on Friday highlighted their deepening maritime security partnership as US Special Representative for South and Central Asia, Sergio Gor, reviewed strategic naval assets and upcoming vessel transfers in the region.

In a post on X, the US Embassy in Sri Lanka detailed the engagement, stating, "Special Envoy Gor joined Sri Lanka Navy Chief of Staff Rear Admiral Damian Fernando aboard SLNS GAJABAHU, a former @USCG cutter now in @SriLanka_Navy service, symbolizing the strength of our longstanding maritime partnership."

The visit underscored the significance of bilateral cooperation in maintaining security across the Indo-Pacific, particularly through the transfer of decommissioned American...