EU Counter-Terrorism Coordinator here

(FASTNEWS|COLOMBO) – The European Union (EU)’s Counter-Terrorism Coordinator Gilles de Kerchove arrived in Colombo today (11), as part of his visit to Sri Lanka and the Maldives from 11 – 16 July.

The visits aim to support the two countries in their respective efforts to step up security and develop a better exchange of experiences.

While in Sri Lanka, de Kerchove will meet high-level representatives of the Sri Lankan Government, the Opposition, and the defence establishment, as well as with Civil Society Representatives. In the Maldives, de Kerchove is expected to have several Ministerial-level meetings as well as discussions with Security Officials.