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Sri Lankan Naval Officer Receives U.S. Master's Degree
Lieutenant Commander Piyumi Kathriarachchi of the Sri Lanka Navy has been presented with a master's degree from the U.S. Naval Postgraduate School. The degree was formally awarded at a ceremony in Colombo attended by high-ranking naval officials and the U.S. Ambassador.
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U.S. Ambassador Eric Meyer presented the master's degree to Lieutenant Commander Kathriarachchi at the American Center Colombo on October 26. The qualification from the Naval Postgraduate School recognizes the officer's academic achievement and professional development.
The ceremony was attended by senior naval leadership, including Rear Admiral Rohan Joseph, Director General of Training, and Commander C.R.P. Walakuluge, Director of Media. The event underscores ongoing educational collaboration between the Sri Lanka Navy and U.S. defence institutions.
The Naval Postgraduate School, located in Monterey, California, is one of the premier military educational institutions in the United States, offering advanced degrees in engineering, science, and national security matters. The awarding of the degree reflects the officer's commitment to professional excellence and the strength of defence partnerships in the region.