December 29, Colombo (LNW): The Indonesian naval vessel KRI Sultan Iskandar Muda-367 docked at the Port of Colombo yesterday (28), marking the beginning of an official visit to Sri Lanka.
The ship was welcomed by the Sri Lanka Navy with full naval honours, in line with longstanding naval customs and traditions.
The KRI Sultan Iskandar Muda-367 is a state-of-the-art warship measuring 90.71 metres in length, and it is manned by a dedicated crew of 120 personnel.
The ship is under the command of Commander Anugerah Annurullah, who is leading the ship’s operations during its visit to Sri Lanka.
Throughout their stay in Colombo, the crew will have the opportunity to explore some of Sri Lanka’s most renowned tourist sites, deepening cultural ties between the two nations.
The visit is expected to further enhance the strong relationship between the Sri Lanka Navy and the Indonesian Navy, built on mutual cooperation and shared maritime interests.
The KRI Sultan Iskandar Muda-367 is scheduled to conclude its official visit and depart from Sri Lankan waters on 30th December.