India-Sri Lanka Strengthen Defence and Security Cooperation
On 9th September 2026, India’s Defence Minister met Sri Lankan President in Colombo during his three-day visit to Sri Lanka. Both sides reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening defence and maritime cooperation while promoting regional security and stability.
Key Outcomes
- L70 Gun Upgradation: An MoU was exchanged for upgrading six L70 air-defence guns of the Sri Lankan Air Force under a Government of India grant, strengthening protection of Sri Lanka's critical assets.
- Defence Education: An MoU between the National Defence Colleges of India and Sri Lanka will facilitate academic cooperation and knowledge sharing.
- NCC Cooperation: Both countries formalised cooperation between their National Cadet ....
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