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.

This two – day (24 & 25 September) premier forum will feature participation from senior representatives, naval leaders, and maritime experts from 34 nations and 14 international organizations. Under the theme “Maritime Outlook of the Indian Ocean under Changing Dynamics,” the conference will foster strategic dialogue on building a secure, prosperous, and sustainable maritime future. The conference is structured around four pivotal sessions, focusing on five key thematic areas: Marine environment, Maritime governance, Maritime economy, Maritime sustainability, and a Clean Indian Ocean.

These discussions aim to develop collaborative strategies to address both traditional and non-traditional maritime threats. As a cornerstone event for regional security dialogue, the Galle Dialogue provides an essential platform for sharing knowledge, enhancing multilateral cooperation, and strengthening the international legal framework to ensure stability in the maritime domain.