Speaking at the Indo-Pacific Regional Architecture Indian Ocean Conference 2017 in Colombo today, Ms. Wells said that expanding naval cooperation is a priority for the United States. In the next few minutes, I want to share our vision for the Indian Ocean, as well as the precepts guiding U.S. engagement and diplomacy. The United States is also committed to building the coast guard capacity of our Indian Ocean partners. Expanding naval cooperation is another priority for the United States. We are also expanding our navy-to-navy relationship with Sri Lanka, with our first-ever naval exercise set for October.

Source: Sunday Times September 01, 2017 07:07 UTC