JMSDF ASAHI departs island

Japan Maritime Self-Defence Force (JMSDF) ASAHI which arrived in Sri Lanka on 01 Mar 25 for replenishment, departed the island today (03 Mar). The Sri Lanka Navy bade customary farewell to the departing ship at the Port of Colombo, following naval traditions.

Meanwhile the Commanding Officer of the ship, Commander Shota TAKASHIRO called on the Commander Western Naval Area, Rear Admiral Chandima Silva at the Western Naval Command Headquarters on 01 Mar. During the stay in Sri Lanka, crew members of JMSDF ASAHI visited some popular tourist destinations within the Colombo city as well.