US Pacific Fleet Commander Admiral Koehler to visit SL today

2026-02-19 - 05:17

Admiral Steve “Web” Koehler, Commander of the U.S. Pacific Fleet, will visit Sri Lanka from today (Feb. 19) to Febb. 21. During his visit, Admiral Koehler will engage with Sri Lankan government officials and military counterparts to discuss shared values of advancing cooperation in maritime security, regional stability, and to enhance collaboration and interoperability. The U.S. Pacific Fleet—the largest naval fleet command in the world—operates across half the globe, protecting vital sea lanes and connecting partners throughout the Indo-Pacific. Admiral Koehler’s second visit to Sri Lanka highlights the strategic importance the United States places on Sri Lanka’s role at the crossroads of global maritime routes and underscores our shared long-term commitment to a free, open, and prosperous Indo-Pacific.