JMSDF ships leave Colombo harbour on completion of successful tour
 

The Japanese Maritime Self Defence Force (JMSDF) ships; Izumo and Sazanami which arrived in Sri Lanka on goodwill visit on 20th July, set sail for the return journey from the Colombo harbour today (July 23), on successful completion of their tour. The Sri Lanka Navy bade customary farewell to the departing ship in accordance with naval traditions, on their departure.

During their stay in the country, the ships’ crew combined with Sri Lanka Navy to execute a range of events which also included a friendly game of football. Moreover, the JMSDF ships conducted a passage exercise in coordination with the Flagship of the Sri Lanka Navy, SLNS Sayura.