A forum of former graduates of the Asia Pacific Center for Security Studies in Hawaii was held yesterday (27 February 2023) at the Officer’s Mess, SLAF Base Ratmalana. The US Ambassador to Sri Lanka, Her Excellency, Julie Chung, graced the event as the Chief Guest.

During the reconnection, the fellow alums discussed the Asia Pacific Center for Security Studies (APCSS) goals of "Educating, Connecting and Empowering". The Asia Pacific Center for Security Studies has been an essential partner in strengthening regional security and fostering strategic thought. It has been playing a significant role in bringing about people from diverse backgrounds to forge a unique perspective, with synergy and vision, enabling leaders of the present and future to face the ever evolving threats and challenges. During the last 27 years, Asia Pacific Center for Security Studies has facilitated a number of workshops, seminars, and other educational programs for civil and military leaders from Sri Lanka and other countries in the Asia-Pacific region. These programs have helped to build trust, foster understanding, and enhance regional security, including the Executive Course, which aims to develop the skills and knowledge of senior leaders to better address complex security challenges in the Asia-Pacific region.

The event was attended by the Commander of the Air Force, Air Marshal Sudarshana Pathirana, Director APCSS Rear Admiral Peter Gumataotao (Rtd), Representative from APCSS, Professor Shyam Tekwani, the Commander of the Army, Lieutenant General Vikum Liyanage, Lt Col Anthony Nelson and other officials of the US Embassy, Members of the alumni both in the services and other public institutions