The Commander of the United States Navy’s 7th fleet, Yokosuka, Japan, Vice Admiral Aucoin, called on the Chief of Defence Staff Air Chief Marshal Kolitha Gunatilleke at the Office of the Chief of Defence Staff on 28 March 2016.

During the cordial discussion, Chief of Defence Staff and the Commander of the United States Navy’s 7th fleet shared thoughts of current development in the region and exchanged views on matters of bilateral interest.

The US Navy’s 7th fleet flag ship "Blue Ridge" arrives at the port of Colombo on 26 March 2016 on a goodwill visit. The USS “Blue Ridge” comprises of 1000 plus crew with the displacement of 19,200 tonnes. The ship is scheduled to leave Sri Lanka on 31st of this month having conducted a joint naval exercise (PASSEX) with the Sri Lanka Navy.

The meeting culminated with the exchange of mementoes to mark the visit.