SRI LANKA COAST GUARD RECEIVES GENEROUS DONATION FOR RADAR PICTURE COMPILATION FROM UNODC, FUNDED BY THE GOVERNMENT OF JAPAN

In a significant milestone for the Sri Lanka Coast Guard (SLCG), a collaborative effort with the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC) and the Government of Japan have resulted in a substantial donation of advanced equipment aimed at enhancing maritime security and surveillance capabilities.

At a formal ceremony, Minister Councilor Mr. Kikuchi Noboyuki of the Permanent Mission of Japan to Vienna, Mr. Kotaro Katsuki acting Ambassador of the Japan Embassy in Sri Lanka along with the distinguished delegation representing the Government of Japan, Mr. Alan Cole, Chief of the Border, Management Branch of UNODC and his esteemed team members, joined with Rear Admiral Pujitha Vithana the Director General of the SLCG and senior Coast Guard officers to mark this significant occasion.

On behalf of the SLCG heartfelt gratitude was extended for the generous support and collaboration that facilitated the donation of equipment to compile RADAR picture remote monitoring at the Coast Guard Headquarters (CGHQ). This robust and enduring partnership promises to significantly bolster the SLCG’s ability to monitor and protect maritime borders with heightened efficiency and effectiveness.

This partnership exemplifies the capacity-building and cooperative efforts required to address common challenges in maritime security. The support from the UNODC and the Government of Japan not only strengthens the SLCG’s operational capabilities but also underscores a shared vision and commitment to a secure and prosperous maritime environment.

In closing, the Sri Lanka Coast Guard expresses sincere gratitude to the UNODC and the Government of Japan for their unwavering support and partnership. Together, significant steps are being made towards enhancing maritime security and contributing to regional stability.