Accra:Deputy Minister of Defence Major General Aruna Jayasekara (Retd) visited the Army Headquarters, where he was welcomed by the Commander of the Army, Lieutenant General Nilantha Premaratne.

According to Ministry of Defence – Sri Lanka, during his visit, the Deputy Minister toured the Army Headquarters Operations Room and received briefings on the current operational functions and future plans of the Sri Lanka Army, including its restructuring process.

He addressed the officers, praising the dedication, professionalism, and service of Army personnel in safeguarding the country’s sovereignty and territorial integrity, as well as ensuring national security.

The Deputy Minister also met with various Army ranks and civilian employees, providing an opportunity to engage with personnel serving in different capacities and acknowledge their contributions to the organization.