INSUBCONTINENT EXCLUSIVE:
The Mini Cooperation Afloat Readiness and Training (CARAT) bilateral exercise 2024 between the United States Pacific Fleet and the Sri Lanka
Squadron Headquarters, Naval Dockyard and Upparu in Trincomalee as well as certain segments at the Lighthouse Galley in Colombo.The closing
ceremony of the bilateral exercise was held at the Marines Headquarters in Sampoor, under the auspices of Commander Sean Jin, Office of
Defence Cooperation at the U.S
embassy in Colombo and Captain Upul Samarakoon, Acting Director Sri Lanka Navy Marines
Mementoes were also exchanged, signifying the importance of this occasion.During the Force Protection exercise in CARAT, activities included
conducting exercises with Small Unmanned Aircraft Systems (SUAS), Explosive Ordnance Disposal exercises (EOD), and firing exercises.On the
The event was graced by the President of Navy Sava Vanitha Unit, Mrs Mala Lamahewa.The Sri Lanka Navy stands to benefit significantly from
the exchange of new knowledge, skills, and experiences during these exercises
