Navy, Air Force Chiefs discuss greater inter-service coordination

Navy Commander Vice Admiral Jayanath Colombage who paid a courtesy call on Air Force Commander Air Marshal Harsha Abeywickrama exchanging mementos at the Air Force Headquarters last morning.

The newly appointed Navy Commander, Vice Admiral Jayanath Colombage paid a courtesy call on Air Force Commander, Air Marshal Harsha Abeywickrama at the Air Force Headquarters last morning.

The Navy Chief was accorded a Guard of Honour upon arrival at the Air Force Headquarters.

The two Commanders held discussions on matters of mutual interest, especially on areas where greater inter-service coordination is required.

The Navy Chief, whilst praising the very healthy relations existing between the two services, expressed his wishes to further strengthen relations and work closely with the Air Force for the common good of the country.

The Air Force Commander pledged the fullest support of the Air Force to the new Navy Chief in all spheres of joint action during his tenure ahead.

The new Navy Chief was introduced to the Air Force Chief of Staff, Air Vice Marshal Kolitha Gunatilleke and the rest of the members of the Air Force Board of Management.