US Envoy Gor Reviews Naval Assets in Sri Lanka, Bolstering Maritime Security Partnership

• US Special Envoy Sergio Gor reviewed strategic naval assets and upcoming vessel transfers in Sri Lanka, highlighting deepening maritime security partnership.
• Gor joined Sri Lanka Navy Chief of Staff Rear Admiral Damian Fernando aboard SLNS GAJABAHU, a former USCG cutter, symbolizing strong ties.
• A fourth former US Coast Guard cutter, ex-DECISIVE, is en route to Sri Lanka to further expand maritime security and regional cooperation.
• The visit underscored bilateral cooperation in maintaining Indo-Pacific security and included talks with President Anura Kumara Dissanayake on bilateral relations and the West Asia crisis.
• Gor's visit follows the sinking of Iran's IRIS Dena ship south of Sri Lanka and aims to safeguard sea lanes, secure ports, and advance a free, open, and prosperous Indo-Pacific.