An awareness event was held last day about the INFOTEL 2025 exhibition, the nation's leading information and communication technology exhibition aimed at empowering the digital economy. The exhibition will take place at BMICH from November 7th to 9th, with over 300 exhibitors and over 25,000 spectators including 5,000 students are expected to attend.
Here will be the opportunity to present the latest innovations in the fields of AI, fintech, cybersecurity, digital health, e-commerce and educational technology, and there will also lead government's digital startup projects aimed at building a digital economy where knowledge-based, equal opportunities for all.
Respected Deputy Minister of Digital Finance Mr. Eranga Weeraratne, expressing his views at the inaugural ceremony, Information and Communication Technology are now the key to the development journey in Sri Lanka. From electronic payment systems to online license releases, he also showed that use of digital platforms can help form services, boost transparency, and initiate citizens. Also said that a startup ecosystem provides backgrounds for IT-based education and innovation, will give youth and entrepreneurs the opportunity to successfully access the global digital economy.
Similarly, the Deputy Minister particularly stressed that ICT related exports, innovations, and global collaboration will take a key position in achieving the national goal of going to a $15 billion digital economy by 2030. He emphasized that opportunities like INFOTEL 2025 are an important platform in building Sri Lanka digitally strong and globally competitive country.
Sri Lanka is preparing to host INFOTEL 2025, the nation’s premier ICT exhibition, from November 7–9 at BMICH, under the theme “Fueling the Digital Economy.” With over 300 exhibitors and 25,000+ visitors expected, including 5,000 students, this flagship event will showcase cutting-edge innovations in AI, fintech, cybersecurity, digital health, e-commerce, and education technology, while highlighting government-led digital initiatives aimed at building an inclusive, knowledge-driven society.
Speaking at the inauguration, Deputy Minister of Digital Economy, Hon. Eranga Weeraratne, emphasized that ICT is now the backbone of Sri Lanka’s development journey. He noted how digital platforms, from e-payments to online licensing, are streamlining governance, enhancing transparency, and making services more citizen-centric, while ICT-driven education and a thriving startup ecosystem are equipping youth and entrepreneurs to succeed in the global digital economy.
The Deputy Minister further highlighted that ICT-enabled exports, innovation, and collaboration are central to achieving the national goal of a USD 15 billion digital economy by 2030. He stressed the importance of events like INFOTEL 2025 in bringing together industry leaders, innovators, academia, policymakers, and investors to build a digitally empowered and globally competitive Sri Lanka.
