March 25, Colombo (LNW): Sri Lanka’s Chief of Defence Staff, General Shavendra Silva, embarked on an official visit to the Defence Headquarters of Kenya in Nairobi on Monday (25), where he was received by Kenya’s Chief of Defence Forces, General Francis Ogolla.
General Silva was greeted with a Half Guard of Honour conducted by Kenya Air Force personnel before engaging in discussions with the CDF, VCDF, Service Commanders, and other senior officers of the Kenyan Defence Forces (KDF).
The meeting encompassed various topics aimed at bolstering bilateral military relations between Kenya and Sri Lanka, including plans for joint military trainings, the enhancement of military capabilities, and potential involvement in Peace Support Operations.
Both military leaders affirmed their dedication to fostering collaboration not only in personnel development but also in modernising operational procedures.
As part of his itinerary, General Silva visited the Uhuru Gardens National Museum and Monument (UGNM&M), where he was welcomed by the Director, Colonel Catherine Lagat.
His visit to Kenya also includes scheduled visits to the National Defence College (NDC) and the International Peace Support Training Centre (IPSTC), further strengthening ties between the defense establishments of the two nations.
