Technology Ministry collaborates with Mastercard for DigiEcon Summit

From left: Information and Communication Technology Agency of Sri Lanka Associate Chief Digital Economy Officer Sachindra Samararatne, Technology Ministry Secretary Dharmasri Kumaratunge, Technology State Minister Kanaka Herath and Mastercard Country Manager for Sri Lanka and the Maldives Sandun Hapugoda

The Technology Ministry has collaborated with Mastercard for DigiEcon Global Investment Summit 2024, which is aimed at catalysing the country’s economic resurgence by encouraging collaborations between global investors, industry leaders, entrepreneurs and policymakers.  

Scheduled to be held on June 25, 2024, the summit will focus on connecting domestic and foreign investors with Sri Lanka’s leading tech start-ups, allowing them to showcase their innovative products and services. It will also facilitate knowledge sharing between the government and industry, thereby supporting the vision of Sri Lanka becoming a digital-first nation. 

The summit will include a host of activities, such as a keynote address by subject matter experts, panel discussions involving government and industry representatives and one-to-one interactions between investors and start-ups. The event will delve into subjects such as emerging technologies, fintech and the potential of the digital economy. 

Technology State Minister Kanaka Herath said, “DigiEcon Global Investment Summit 2024 is a great opportunity to represent Sri Lanka as a prime investment destination for digital innovation. The event will provide a strong platform to facilitate efficient knowledge exchange and provide a fillip to the country’s economic progress through digitalisation and investment opportunities. We look forward to welcoming global dignitaries and industry leaders to explore the vast opportunities our tech ecosystem has to offer.”

Mastercard Country Manager Sri Lanka and the Maldives Sandun Hapugoda said, “With immense potential to drive tech advancements across sectors, Sri Lanka is on the verge of a digital transformation that will fuel its economic growth. Mastercard is proud to collaborate with the Technology Ministry to support DigiEcon Global Investment Summit 2024, as it will promote innovation and collaboration within the country’s tech ecosystem.”