Colombo, Sri Lanka, Jan. 7 -- Ministry of Defence and Urban Development issued the following news release:
The Chief of the Army Staff of Indian Army, General Upendra Dwivedi, paid a courtesy call on the Deputy Minister of Defence, Major General Aruna Jayasekara (Retd), at his office in Colombo today (07 January). The Chief of the Indian Army arrived in Sri Lanka yesterday, commencing a two day official visit.
The Deputy Minister extended a warm welcome to General Dwivedi and engaged in cordial discussions with him. During the deliberations, both sides reaffirmed the historical, cultural, and civilizational ties between India and Sri Lanka.
On behalf of His Excellency the President and the people of Sri Lanka, the Deputy Minister of Defe...