A delegation representing the Division Chief for Security Cooperation with the United States Space Force Pacific Command, headed by Lieutenant Colonel Shumpei Fujimura, visited Air Force Headquarters and called on the Commander of the Sri Lanka Air Force, Air Marshal Bandu Edirisinghe, on 19 October 2026.

The delegation comprised Defence Attaché Lieutenant Colonel Matthew A. House, Major Josh McAnnally, Mr Jason Hall and Mr Chad Bollan.

During the cordial meeting, both sides exchanged views on matters of mutual interest, with particular emphasis on strengthening defence cooperation and enhancing professional engagement between the Sri Lanka Air Force and the United States Space Force Pacific Command. Symbolic mementos were exchanged between the Commander of the Air Force and Lieutenant Colonel Shumpei Fujimura to commemorate the occasion.

The visit further underscored the enduring partnership between the Sri Lanka Air Force and the United States Space Force Pacific Command, highlighting the importance of continued professional exchanges, training opportunities and knowledge-sharing initiatives in strengthening bilateral defence cooperation.