India’s National Security Adviser, Ajit K. Doval, visited Colombo from August 29-30, 2024, to sign the Founding Documents of the Colombo Security Conclave (CSC). The Charter and Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) for establishing the CSC Secretariat were signed on August 30, 2024, by India, Maldives, Mauritius, and Sri Lanka, following the 6th NSA-level meeting held in December 2023 in Mauritius.
Doval emphasized the importance of the Founding Documents in strengthening the CSC’s role in regional security, highlighting the need for collective action to address both traditional and emerging challenges in the Indian Ocean Region.
During his visit, Doval met with President Ranil Wickremesinghe, Prime Minister Dinesh Gunawardena, and his counterparts from the CSC member countries. He also engaged with various political leaders, including Sajith Premadasa, Anura Kumara Dissanayake, and representatives from different regions, demonstrating India’s commitment to fostering deeper regional cooperation.
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Last modified: August 31, 2024
