Australian Deputy Prime Minister and Defence Minister Richard Marles arrived in Sri Lanka last night (June 02) on an official visit.
He was accompanied by a 15-member delegation on a special aircraft from the Australian Ministry of Defence.
He was welcomed at the Bandaranaike International Airport in Katunayake by officials including Deputy Minister of Public Security and Parliamentary Affairs – Sunil Watagala.
This visit aims to strengthen bilateral relations and enhance defence cooperation between the two countries.
Richard Marles is scheduled to depart for India tonight after concluding his visit.
