Sri lanka defence ministry News

Why an Independent Judiciary is Essential for Sri Lanka’s National Security.

This article explores the fundamental role of a robust and independent judiciary as the cornerstone of Sri Lankan sovereignty and national security.

Sri Lanka High Commission in UK Celebrates Promotion of Defence Counsellor to Major General.

The Sri Lanka High Commission in London recently hosted a ceremony to celebrate the promotion of Brigadier B.D. Fernando to the rank of Major General, recognizing his extensive military career.

Reflecting on Sri Lanka’s Historic Victory Against Terrorism Amidst Current Challenges.

Sri Lanka and Vietnam Strengthen Defence Ties Amidst High-Level Diplomatic Engagements.

Sri Lanka and Pakistan Strengthen Bilateral Defence and Security Partnership.

Sri Lanka's Defence Secretary and the Pakistani High Commissioner have held high-level talks to enhance military collaboration, training, and regional security cooperation.

Retired Sri Lankan Police Leaders Gather for Annual New Year Fellowship.

Sri Lanka Parliament Implements Heightened Security for Vietnamese President’s Visit.

Sri Lanka Launches 'PIC-Net' Initiative to Deploy 400 Digital Transformation Leaders in Public Sector.

Sri Lanka Police Accelerate Female Recruitment Drive for New Officers.

Sri Lanka Accelerates National Cyber Defense Integration Following Multi-Million Dollar Fraud.

Following a $2.5 million cyber fraud involving the Finance Ministry, the government is expediting the integration of critical state infrastructure into the National Cyber Security Operations Centre (NCSOC) to prevent future security lapses.

Government Launches Investigations into Multiple Cyberattacks Targeting State Infrastructure.

Sri Lankan authorities have launched high-level investigations following a cyberattack on the Public Administration Ministry and a separate financial theft involving the diversion of $2.5 million from the Finance Ministry.

Sri Lanka Advances Preparations for UN Peacekeeping Mission in Haiti.

Sri Lanka’s Defence Secretary, Air Vice Marshal (Retd) Sampath Thuyacontha, led a delegation to the UN to discuss the deployment of troops to Haiti, emphasizing rigorous human rights vetting and accountability protocols.