A special meeting was held at the parliamentary complex to review the current status and financial performance of On-Board Security Team (OBST) operations managed by the Sri Lanka Navy. The discussion was chaired by Major General (Retd.) Aruna Jayasekara.
Status of the Pettigalawatta armoury
Special attention was directed towards observations made during the Deputy Minister of Defence's inspection visit to the Pettigalawatta armoury complex in Galle. Weapons and equipment belonging to foreign Private Maritime Security Companies (PMSCs), which operate with the support of the Sri Lanka Navy for commercial vessel protection, are stored at this location.
Extensive discussions were held regarding solutions for issues uncovered during the inspection, the operational and financial progress of the programme, and avenues to further enhance national revenue generated through these operations.
Transparency and accountability
Necessary instructions have been issued to relevant officials to ensure the continuous, systematic, and efficient operation of these services. It is reported that the Deputy Minister emphasised the importance of maintaining maximum transparency and accountability while achieving desired outcomes through sound operational and financial management.
