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Sri Lanka's defence structure contracts as India's regional role expands

Sri Lanka’s defence command is reportedly being reduced as India’s footprint grows. No specific military action or binding agreement is identified.

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Changes in the security balance around Sri Lanka could affect strategic competition in the Indian Ocean.

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  1. Sri Lanka's Defence Command Is Shrinking as India's Footprint Expands – Sri Lanka Guardian ↗slguardian.org · Recorded source date: Sep 16, 2026, 6:31 AM UTC

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