JMSDF ship OONAMI departs island concluding goodwill visit

The Japan Maritime Self-Defence Force (JMSDF) ship OONAMI arrived at the port of Colombo on a goodwill and replenishment visit on 09 Mar 26. The visit concluded on 11 March, as the ship departed the island, receiving a formal farewell from the Sri Lanka Navy, in keeping with naval traditions at the Port of Colombo.

The 150.5m long JMSDF OONAMI is commanded by Commander IIO Hiromasa. The Commanding Officer of the ship also called on the Commander Western Naval Area at the Western Naval Command Headquarters.

During the stay in the island, crew members of the ship explored some tourist attractions in Colombo. The itinerary also included a coastal clean-up drive participated by naval personnel of both countries and engagements with the Sri Lanka Navy, designed to strengthen the bonds of friendship and cooperation.