Galle Dialogue - 2012
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Over emphasis is not necessary to reiterate Sri Lanka’s strategically important location in the Indian Ocean, which is a widely accepted fact. It is also true that it was through sea trade that Sri Lanka was known and its history was shaped over the years. In this context Sri Lanka like all the other nations which depends on the stability of the Indian Ocean, is extremely concerned and mindful of the safety and security of this vital ocean space.
Concept
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I consider it a pleasure and a privilege to address you at the opening session of this year’s “Galle Dialogue”, the annual Maritime Conference organised by the Ministry of Defence of Sri Lanka. I take this opportunity to welcome all our distinguished foreign guests to Sri Lanka, and thank them for their presence here. As you are no doubt aware, or have no doubt seen, Sri Lanka is a beautiful, peaceful and stable island with friendly people and a rich heritage. I have every confidence that you will find your time here very enjoyable as well as productive.
Keynote Address
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Research Papers
“Role of Navies in Collective Prosperity”
Vice Admiral Ray Griggs, AO, CSC, Chief of Royal Australian Navy
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“Partnership Building to Shape Future Maritime Cooperation – India’s Role”
Vice Admiral RK Dhowan, PVSM, AVSM, YSM, Vice Chief of the Naval Staff, Indian Navy
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“Deepen Common Recognition, Strengthen Cooperation and Safeguard Maritime Security Together ”
Vice Admiral Su Zhiqian – Commander of the East Sea Fleet, PLA Navy, China
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“Important Areas to Consider Enhance Maritime Security for a Secure Indian Ocean”
Vice Admiral Muhammad Zakaullah,HI (M) - Commander Pakistan Fleet (COMPAK), Karachi ,Pakistan Navy
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“The Importance to Australia of the Indian Ocean and Maritime Strategic Cooperation”
Commodore Stuart Mayer, CSC and Bar, Commodore Warfare, Royal Australian Navy
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“Maritime Security Concerns in the Indian Ocean; Sri Lanka’s Perception of Overcoming Challenges”
Rear Admiral RC Wijegunaratne, WV, RWP, RSP,USP,ndc,psn - Commander Eastern Naval Area, Sri Lanka Navy
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“Strategic Importance of Modern Technology in Building a Maritime Security”
Mr Yan Lijin, Director of South Asia Studies Centre of Development Research Center of the State Council of China and President of CETC
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“Cooperation in Indian Ocean an Indian Perspective”
Dr Ashok K Behuria, Institute for Defence Studies and Analyses, New Delhi, India
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“Concerns and Challenges in Harnessing Ocean Resources – Way Forward”
Commodore Syed Abu Mansur Arshadul Abedin, ndc, psc Assistant Chief of Naval Staff (Material), Bangladesh Navy
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"Enhancing Interoperability & Cooperation in a Complex Maritime Security Environment: The RMN Experience"
Rear Admiral Dato Pahlawan Mohomad Roslan Bin Mohomad Ramli , Commander Naval Region 1 , Royal Malaysian Navy
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“The Role of LTTE in People, Arms and Drug Smuggling”
Professor Rohan Gunaratna, Head of International Centre for Political Violence and Terrorism Research, Nanyang Technological University, Singapore
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Countries Participated
