Commander of the Air Force calls on Commander of the Navy

Commander of the Air Force, Air Marshal Sumangala Dias called on Commander of the Navy, Vice Admiral Piyal De Silva at the Naval Headquarters this morning (19^th June).

The Air Force Commander was accorded a Guard of Honour in accordance with naval traditions upon his arrival. The occasion also marked the first official meeting of Air Marshal Sumangala Dias, with Vice Admiral Piyal De Silva, upon taking over duties as Commander of the Air Force.

Having warmly welcomed the newly appointed Air Force Commander, Commander of the Navy expressed best wishes for his well-deserved achievement. Subsequently, the top-brass of the Navy and Air Force held cordial discussions on matters of mutual interests and bilateral importance. The courtesy meeting came to an end with the exchange of mementoes symbolizing the long-standing ties of the two sister services. The occasion was also attended by Director Generals of the Naval Headquarters.