A significant meeting was held at the Ministry of Digital Economy, presided over by the newly appointed Secretary, Mr. Waruna Sri Dhanapala, alongside Mr. Janaka Sampath Geekiyanage Director (Development)). The session aimed to strengthen Sri Lanka’s ICT industry and discuss strategies to elevate its global presence.
Representing BCS, The Chartered Institute for IT, were prominent leaders including the current Chairman, Mr. Alanzo Doll, Immediate Past Chairman and APICTA Executive Committee Member, Mr. Vajeendra S Kandegamage, APICTA Treasurer, Mr. Ruwan Amarasekara, BCS Treasurer, Mr. Sanharsha Jayatissa, and Economy Coordinator appointed by BCS, Mr. Rajeeva George.
The discussion cantered on Sri Lanka’s participation in the Asia Pacific ICT Awards (APICTA) 2024, where 35 innovative ICT products selected from the National ICT Awards 2024 will compete. These innovations highlight the remarkable talent and ingenuity within Sri Lanka's ICT sector.
BCS, The Chartered Institute for IT, has been a cornerstone in promoting Sri Lankan ICT excellence, organizing the National ICT Awards for 26 consecutive years. Their commitment to uplifting the industry has positioned Sri Lanka as a strong contender on the international stage.
The Secretary emphasized the Ministry’s dedication to fostering a conducive environment for ICT development and congratulated the BCS team for their pivotal role in taking Sri Lanka’s ICT industry to the next level. This collaboration underscores the collective effort required to bring global recognition to Sri Lanka's technological capabilities.