The newly appointed Inspector General of Police (IGP), Priyantha Weerasooriya, paid a courtesy call on Defence Secretary Air Vice Marshal (Retd) Sampath Thuyacontha today (Aug. 25) at the Ministry of Defence.

Mr. Weerasooriya, who assumed duties as the 37th IGP of Sri Lanka, was warmly welcomed by the Defence Secretary. The meeting focused on matters of mutual interest, including national security and inter-agency coordination to maintain law and order.

The Defence Secretary congratulated the new IGP on his appointment and expressed confidence in strengthening cooperation between the Ministry of Defence and the Sri Lanka Police.

The discussion underscored the importance of continued collaboration among security institutions to address emerging challenges and ensure public safety nationwide.