Sri Lankan President Maithripala Sirisena said his government would use growing international relations to help strengthen the military, in a speech made this week.
Addressing a military graduation ceremony on Monday, Mr Sirisena praised the “that knowledge, bravery, talent, skill and militancy shown by the military forces immensely helped to defeat the ruthless terrorist organization”.
He went on to add that his government “offer its fullest support to military forces to enhance their knowledge and skills”.
Mr Sirisena also acknowledged how his government has manged to rebuild relations with the international community during his two years in power. “With the enhanced international relations, priorities were given to protect the nation and to strengthen the military forces,” he concluded.
Foreign troops were also present at the military ceremony, according to the ministry of defence, with representatives from Bangladesh and one officer each from China, Indonesia, Maldives, Malaysia, Nepal, Pakistan, Rwanda, Senegal and Vietnam. The most outstanding foreign student award was presented to (Army Wing) Major Satish Patil of India.
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