<span style="color: #222222;">Defence Secretary Giridhar Aramane and his Sri Lankan counterpart reviewed bilateral ties during 7th Annual Defence Dialogue in New Delhi on Thursday. During the meeting, the ongoing defence cooperation activities between the two countries were reviewed. Both sides agreeing to increase the complexity of bilateral exercises. They reaffirmed their commitment to avail maximum benefits from each other's experience and capacities.<br />'' <br />'' Mr Aramane thanked his Sri Lankan counterpart General Kamal Gunaratne and his delegation for a fruitful dialogue. He stated that India looks forward to continued engagement based on the common understanding reached at the dialogue.<br />'' <br />''This Annual Defence Dialogue is the highest institutionalised interactive mechanism between both the countries. Its significance in chartering the future course of the relations between the Armed Forces of India and Sri Lanka was highlighted by the importance given to the talks by both sides. The Armed Forces of both countries continue to seek bilateral cooperation in multiple fields and increased engagements are a positive sign for the future of bilateral relations.</span><br />