SriLanka, Oct. 7 -- The USS Tulsa (LCS 16), an Independence-variant littoral combat ship of the United States Navy, arrived at the Port of Colombo today for a scheduled port visit, marking its second visit to Sri Lanka in two years.

The visit is aimed at strengthening the maritime partnership between the United States and Sri Lanka, while promoting cooperation between the two countries in support of peace, security and prosperity in the Indian Ocean region.

U.S. Ambassador to Sri Lanka Eric Meyer said visits by American naval vessels provide opportunities to strengthen relations between the two countries and build closer ties between their sailors.

The USS Tulsa last visited Colombo in August 2025. During its current visit, the vessel ...