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Deliberations of Galle Dialogue Session 3 shift to Maritime Economy under Changing Dynamics
The third session of the 12th Galle Dialogue International Maritime Conference was conducted under the theme “Maritime Economy under Changing Dynamics.” The session was steered by Dr. Ganeshan Wignaraja, Visiting Senior Fellow at ODI Global, London, and former Executive Director of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs’ Think Tank, Sri Lanka....
2025-09-26
INS SATPURA departs island
The Indian Naval Ship (INS) SATPURA which called at the Port of Colombo for replenishment, departed the island on 24 Sep 25. In keeping with time-honoured naval traditions, the Sri Lanka Navy extended a customary farewell to the departing vessel at the Port of Colombo....
2025-09-26
Galle Dialogue Session 2 steers discussions on Maritime Governance under Changing Dynamics
The second session of the 12th Galle Dialogue International Maritime Conference, was held under the theme “Maritime Governance under Changing Dynamics”. The session was moderated by Prof. Quentin Hanich, Fisheries Governance Programme at Australian National Centre for Ocean Resources and Security (ANCORS)....
2025-09-25
12th Galle Dialogue Session 1 leads discussions on Marine Environment under Changing Dynamics
The first session of the 12th Galle Dialogue International Maritime Conference, was held under the theme “Marine Environment under Changing Dynamics”. The session was moderated by Prof. Ronán Long, Director World Maritime University -Sasakawa Global Ocean Institute. ...
2025-09-25
‘Maritime Outlook of the Indian Ocean under Changing Dynamics’ in focus at discussions of 12th Galle Dialogue
The 12th Galle Dialogue International Maritime Conference commenced on 24 Sep 25 at the Wave n' Lake Navy Hall in Welisara, marking a gathering of global maritime expertise. Organized by the Sri Lanka Navy under the patronage of the Ministry of Defence, the event drew participation from 37 nations and international organizations. The opening day of the conference concluded on a successful note, featuring discussions spread across three sessions, including a Plenary Session, under the theme of ‘Maritime Outlook of the Indian Ocean under Changing Dynamics’....
2025-09-25
Sri Lanka Navy convenes global maritime leaders at 12th Galle Dialogue in Welisara
The Sri Lanka Navy, under the auspices of the Ministry of Defence, inaugurated the 12th edition of the Galle Dialogue International Maritime Conference today, 24 Sep 25. The inaugural ceremony held at the Wave n' Lake Navy Hall in Welisara, was presided over by the Prime Minister of Sri Lanka, Hon. Dr. Harini Amarasuriya....
2025-09-25
Navy’s experts train stakeholders for potential CBRN emergencies in Trincomalee
The Sri Lanka Navy conducted an awareness programme on Chemical, Biological, Radiological, and Nuclear (CBRN) hazards, including practical exercises at Ashroff Jetty, Trincomalee on 23 Sep 25....
2025-09-24
Galle Dialogue – 2025 to set sail tomorrow
The Sri Lanka Navy, under the patronage of the Ministry of Defence, is proud to host the twelfth edition of the Galle Dialogue International Maritime Conference, commencing tomorrow (24 Sep 25), at the Wave n' Lake Navy Hall in Welisara. The inaugural ceremony will be graced by the Prime Minister of the Democratic Socialist Republic of Sri Lanka, Hon. Dr. Harini Amarasuriya....
2025-09-23
Navy brings smiles ashore with mobile dental clinics
In continuation of Naval Social Responsibility initiatives, the Sri Lanka Navy conducted a series of mobile dental clinics from 16 to 22 Sep 25 in the Anuradhapura District. ...
2025-09-22
Chief of Naval Staff of the Indian Navy meets Commander of the Sri Lanka Navy
Admiral Dinesh K Tripathi, the Chief of Naval Staff of the Indian Navy, arrived in Sri Lanka on a four-day official visit, met with the Commander of the Sri Lanka Navy, Vice Admiral Kanchana Banagoda at the Navy Headquarters in Colombo today (22 Sep 25). ...
2025-09-22
Navy's Electrical Engineering veterans share insights with next generation
In an event that underscored the Sri Lanka Navy's enduring commitment to institutional knowledge and professional development, a special session with the former Director Generals of the Electrical & Electronic Engineering branch was held at the Western Naval Command Wardroom on 17 Sep 25....
2025-09-21
Navy raises awareness among Negombo fishing community on curbing drug trafficking and illegal fishing
The Sri Lanka Navy conducted an awareness programme for the fishing community in Negombo on 19 Sep 25 at SLNS Kelani, Uswetakeiyawa. The programme focused on combating drug trafficking and illegal fishing, while also addressing the challenges faced by fishermen engaged in lawful practices....
2025-09-21
Navy's coastal vigilance thwarts smuggling bid
The Sri Lanka Navy apprehended a stock of smuggled items during a search operation conducted in the Pandaraveli coastal area of Silawathura on 18 Sep 25. The operation led to the seizure of approximately 1,197kg of Kendu leaves, 1,765 bars of soap, a dinghy, and the arrest of a suspect in connection with the incident....
2025-09-21
Navy enhances financial prudence through awareness programme
An awareness programme on the Procurement Guidelines 2024 and the Bid Evaluation process was held on 17 Sep 25 at the Admiral Somathilaka Dissanayake Auditorium, Navy Headquarters. Organized with the objective of enhancing the professional competence of naval personnel the programme was enriched by the expertise of Mr. GSK Samaratunga, Chief Accountant, Finance Division of the Presidential Secretariat....
2025-09-21
MCPO AHD Weeratunga appointed as Master Chief Petty Officer of the Navy
In a formal event held at Navy Headquarters on 18 Sep 25, Master Chief Petty Officer AHD Weeratunga was appointed as the new Master Chief Petty Officer of the Navy (MCPON). The Commander of the Navy, Vice Admiral Kanchana Banagoda, officiated the proceedings, presenting the MCPON armband and baton to Master Chief Petty Officer Weeratunga and extending congratulations on the appointment. The appointment follows the impending retirement of the outgoing MCPON, Master Chief Petty Officer PRMJB Pussalamankada. ...
2025-09-21
