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SLAF Chief engages in strategic talks at ASPC 2024 in Australia image Source:-dailynews.lk Source:- dailynews.lk The Commander of Sri Lanka Air Force (SLAF), Air Marshal Udeni Rajapaksa, participated in the recently concluded Air and Space Power Conference (ASPC) 2024 in Australia. The conference, themed “Building readiness and resilience in National Air and Space Power,” gathered high-ranking defence leaders, policymakers and military representatives from various countries. During the event, Air Marshal Rajapaksa engaged in bilateral discussions with several key figures. The SLAF Commander met with the HC of Sri Lanka to Australia, Chithranganee Wagiswara, where they discussed ongoing collaborative efforts in Maritime Domain Awareness and explored opportunities for joint exercises with the Australian Military. Similarly, discussions with the Ministry of Home Affairs in Australia focused on enhancing the Sri Lanka Air Force’s capabilities through the donation of the Beechcraft King Air 350, aimed at augmenting ISR capabilities and training opportunities. Air ...