SLINEX-25 | 22 Aug 2025

Source: PIB 

The 12^th edition of the India-Sri Lanka bilateral naval exercise SLINEX-25 concluded successfully in Colombo. 

• They paid tribute at the Indian Peace Keeping Force (IPKF) Memorial, honoring Indian soldiers who sacrificed their lives during 1987–1990 peacekeeping operations in Sri Lanka. 
• The SLINEX bilateral exercises, initiated in 2005, aim to enhance interoperability, mutual understanding, and best practice exchange,  
• It reflects deep India-Sri Lanka maritime cooperation aligned with Mutual and Holistic Advancement for Security Across the Regions (MAHASAGAR) policy. 
• Defence & Security Cooperation: Other India-Sri Lanka bilateral exercise is Exercise Mitra Shakti (Army) held alternately in both countries.  
  • India acts as a 'first responder' for Sri Lanka in the field of Humanitarian Assistance and Disaster Relief.