India, Oct. 7 -- USS Tulsa (LCS 16), an Independence-variant littoral combat ship, arrived at the Port of Colombo on October 7, receiving a warm welcome from Sri Lanka as the ship returns for its second visit in two years. The port call underscores the enduring U.S.-Sri Lanka maritime partnership and our shared commitment to maintaining peace, security, and prosperity across the Indian Ocean.

"Every American ship that visits Sri Lanka is an opportunity to deepen the friendship between our countries and the bonds between our sailors," said U.S. Ambassador to Sri Lanka Eric Meyer. "We are grateful for the warm welcome Sri Lanka continues to extend to our sailors. These visits build the trust and relationships that make our partnership st...