Ministry of Defence of the Democratic Socialist Republic of Sri Lanka
Ministry of Defence of the Democratic Socialist Republic of Sri Lanka
03/23/2026 | Press release | Distributed by Public on 03/23/2026 07:10
Director General of Coast Guard Calls on Defence Secretary
The Director General of the Sri Lanka Coast Guard (SLCG), Rear Admiral Rohan Joseph, paid a courtesy call on the Defence Secretary, Air Vice Marshal Sampath Thuyacontha (Retd) at the Ministry of Defence today (23 March).
This is the first official call of the Rear Admiral Joseph since being officially appointed as the Director General of the SLCG.
The Defence Secretary while wishing him on his appointement emphasized the vital role played by the SL Coast Guard in safeguarding the country's litoral waters, combating illegal activities at sea, and supporting humanitarian operations.
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