{"id":136113,"date":"2023-08-04T14:51:46","date_gmt":"2023-08-04T21:51:46","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.lankaweb.com\/news\/items\/?p=136113"},"modified":"2023-08-04T14:51:46","modified_gmt":"2023-08-04T21:51:46","slug":"japan-sri-lanka-goodwill-exercise-strengthens-indo-pacific-cooperation","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.lankaweb.com\/news\/items\/2023\/08\/04\/japan-sri-lanka-goodwill-exercise-strengthens-indo-pacific-cooperation\/","title":{"rendered":"Japan-Sri Lanka goodwill exercise strengthens Indo-Pacific cooperation"},"content":{"rendered":"

By\u00a0Harry McNeil<\/a> Courtesy Naval Technology<\/em><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n

Indo-Pacific Deployment 2023 (IPD23) unit enhances maritime collaboration through a successful goodwill exercise with the Sri Lanka Navy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force JS Samidare, Murasame-class destroyer was used in the naval exercise alongside the SLNS Gajabahu. Source: viper-zero\/Shutterstock<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

In a demonstration of commitment to fostering regional cooperation and advancing a Free and Open Indo-Pacific,\u201d the Indo-Pacific Deployment 2023 unit, under the Maritime Staff Office for Japan, recently concluded a successful goodwill exercise with the Sri Lanka Navy<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Japan\u2019s proactive defence approach <\/a>includes reinforcing strategic alliances and collaborations with key partners in the Indo-Pacific region. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Defence ministers of Japan, the United States, Australia and the Philippines agreed to step up security cooperation to promote a free and open Indo-Pacific amid China\u2019s growing maritime assertiveness, according to GlobalData\u2019s Japan Defense Market 2023-2028<\/a>\u201d report.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Japan\u2019s objectives aligned with progress<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The goodwill exercise on 29 July marked a stride towards achieving two crucial objectives. Firstly, it aimed to enhance the tactical capabilities of the Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force, solidifying its strength in maritime operations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Secondly, the exercise was a testament to the friendship and mutual understanding fostered between the Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force and the Sri Lanka Navy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

According to GlobalData\u2019s report Sri Lankan Defense Market \u2013 Attractiveness, Competitive Landscape and Forecasts to 2024<\/a>, Japan and Sri Lanka are strengthening their bilateral cooperation regarding maritime security to fight against piracy and other concerns, along with efforts to establish an Economic Partnership Agreement (EPA).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Cooperation at sea \u2013 off Colombo<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The exercise, conducted off the coast of Colombo, witnessed the collaboration of two naval units. Representing the Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force was the JS Samidare<\/em> (IPD23 First Surface Unit), while the Sri Lankan Navy\u2019s Gajabahu<\/em> represented the Sri Lanka Navy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The exercise encompassed a range of activities, including tactical manoeuvring exercises and a photographic exercise, among others.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

A diplomatic voyage<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The JS Samidare<\/em>, as part of its engagement with Sri Lanka, embarked on a port visit to Colombo, Democratic Socialist Republic of Sri Lanka, from July 20 to 29. During this time, the vessel underwent a thorough hull inspection and maintenance at the Colombo Dockyard, underscoring the commitment to maritime operational readiness.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The culmination of this collaborative endeavour was punctuated by the sight of JS Samidare<\/em> and SLNS Gajabahu<\/em> standing side by side, showing cooperation. The exercise served as a testament to the shared goals of enhancing tactical acumen while nurturing mutual camaraderie.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In the weeks prior, South Korea, the US, & Japan also conducted joint naval missile defence drills<\/a> to address regional security challenges.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

As the maritime landscape continues to evolve, such exercises reaffirm nations\u2019 determination to stand shoulder to shoulder, reinforcing the pillars of co-operation and security.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

By\u00a0Harry McNeil Courtesy Naval Technology Indo-Pacific Deployment 2023 (IPD23) unit enhances maritime collaboration through a successful goodwill exercise with the Sri Lanka Navy. In a demonstration of commitment to fostering regional cooperation and advancing a Free and Open Indo-Pacific,\u201d the Indo-Pacific Deployment 2023 unit, under the Maritime Staff Office for Japan, recently concluded a successful […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"","sticky":true,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[6],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-136113","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","hentry","category-politics"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.lankaweb.com\/news\/items\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/136113","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.lankaweb.com\/news\/items\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.lankaweb.com\/news\/items\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.lankaweb.com\/news\/items\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.lankaweb.com\/news\/items\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=136113"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/www.lankaweb.com\/news\/items\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/136113\/revisions"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.lankaweb.com\/news\/items\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=136113"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.lankaweb.com\/news\/items\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=136113"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.lankaweb.com\/news\/items\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=136113"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}