The United States Department of State’s Bureau of Diplomatic Security, Office of Antiterrorism Assistance donated approximately $220,000 worth of equipment to the Sri Lanka Police (SLNP) in a ceremony today (March 18) at the American Embassy.

The purpose of the donation is to sustain and enhance the critical capabilities of the security forces in their efforts to fight terrorism. The donation consists of three Explosives Incident Countermeasures kits, two Post-Blast Investigation kits and two Hostage Negotiations kits, which will be divided between the Police and the Special Task Force.

US Ambassador Robert Blake and IGP Victor Perera were present at the event.