India-Sri Lanka Defence Industry Seminar 2026: Strengthening Strategic Bonds 📈

The third edition of the India-Sri Lanka Defence Industry Seminar was held in Colombo, focusing on the theme "Identifying new opportunities and forging new bonds." Key highlights include: • Strategic Partnership: Defence Secretary Air Vice Marshal (Retd.) Sampath Thuyacontha emphasized an enduring partnership built on mutual trust and shared security interests between the two nations. • Industrial Cooperation: India’s advancing defence manufacturing sector was identified as a primary source for reliable, cost-effective technologies. • Growth Opportunities: Discussions centered on enhancing Sri Lanka's operational readiness through: • Technology transfers and joint ventures. • Specialized training programs. • Strategic cooperation in high-tech equipment and logistics. • Stakeholder Engagement: The event saw high-level participation from tri-forces Commanders, senior military officials, and industry experts, signaling a commitment to integrating defence ties with broader economic and security frameworks.