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Sri Lanka’s Prime Minister Harini Amarasuriya announced at the first National AI Expo that AI will drive 10–12% of the country’s digital economy growth by 2030. The government aims for a $15B digital economy, $5B in digital exports, and 200,000 skilled workers.
Sri Lanka has launched its first National AI Expo 2025, showcasing its digital transformation drive. The government aims to build a $15B digital economy, $5B in digital exports, and a 200,000-strong digital workforce by 2030, while expanding e-services, GovPay, and a national AI platform.
SLT-Mobitel posted Rs. 4.3B PAT in 1H 2025 after last year’s loss, signaling a strong turnaround. With 95% fibre coverage and new AI initiatives, it is driving Sri Lanka’s digital transformation, supporting government networks, and serving as strategic partner for the country’s first National AI Expo.