Incoming and outgoing Defence Advisers to British High Commission call on Commander of the Navy

The Defence Advisers to the British High Commission in Colombo, Colonel Darren Woods and his successor Colonel Keith Miles called on the Commander of the Navy, Vice Admiral Kanchana Banagoda at the Navy Headquarters on 13 Aug 25. The visit served both as a farewell for the outgoing Defence Adviser and an introduction for the incoming official.

During the cordial discussion, the Commander of the Navy engaged with both officers on matters of mutual interest, particularly on long - standing cooperation between Sri Lanka and the United Kingdom. He expressed gratitude to Colonel Woods for the support extended during his tenure and conveyed best wishes for his future endeavours.

The official interaction drew to a close with an exchange of mementoes, signifying the importance of the occasion.