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Army Chief updates US defence officials on security situation

Two senior officials of the US Department of Defence to make a first hand assessment of the current security and operational situation in the country met Army Commander Lieutenant General Sarath Fonseka at his office in the Army Headquarters.

Chris Clary and Amir Latif of the office of US Secretary Defence, accompanied by LTC James E. Oxley, USA, Defence Attache, discussed issues pertaining to the security situation and cordial relations between the US Army and the Sri Lankan Army during this formal meeting on Wednesday.

The Army Commander, giving a detailed account of security developments in Wanni and terror attacks, briefed the delegates on Army's different operational strategies, adopted in the humanitarian mission to liberate the Wanni from LTTE clutches. He pointed out that these steps have helped weaken Tiger terrorists to a greater degree and salvaged many civilians from their grip.

The Commander also outlined measures implemented by area Headquarters for relocation of civilians who desert uncleared areas and reach troops in search of protection and safety.

The visiting delegates spoke of the bilateral defence cooperation and exchange programmes between both countries and emphasised the need for further promotion of such cooperation with more training programmes.

During their two-day stay in Sri Lanka they are scheduled to meet the Defence Secretary, Chief of Defence Staff, Navy and Air Force Commanders and visit several area headquarters.

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