SLASSCOM recently conducted an orientation program for newly appointed Ambassadors and High Commissioners of Sri Lanka designated for overseas missions to harness the potential of Sri Lanka’s IT/BPM talent and explore the vast opportunities the country has to offer.
Organised by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, the session will equip the diplomats with insights into the country’s tech prowess and its potential to attract foreign investments while facilitating market access for local companies.
Vice Chairman of SLASSCOM, Nishan Mendis spearheaded the session along with Shehan Selvanayagam, Anuradha Gajanayaka, Executive Director of SLASSCOM, Ms. Chamindā de Silva, and Senior Program Manager Forums at SLASSCOM, Mrs. Lakshmi Jaliyagodage.
The program provided a platform for the diplomats to gain comprehensive insights into the country’s IT/BPM landscape, enabling them to effectively promote foreign investments and foster strategic partnerships with global stakeholders.
By understanding the nuances of Sri Lanka’s tech ecosystem, the ambassadors and high commissioners can serve as ambassadors of the country’s innovation and drive initiatives to enhance bilateral cooperation in the digital domain.
The orientation session was tailored to meet the specific needs of the newly appointed diplomats, including U.L.M. Jauhar, who is slated to assume the role of High Commissioner to Canada, O.L. Ameerjawad, designated as Ambassador to Saudi Arabia, M.J.P. Jayesinghe, set to be the Ambassador to China, Ms. T.P. Dharmasena, designated Ambassador to Poland, K.T. Fonseka, appointed as Ambassador to Sweden, Ms. T.R.N. Gunasekara, set to serve as Ambassador to The Netherlands, Ms. E.A.S.W. Edirisinghe, designated as Ambassador to Thailand, W.A.U.P. Perera, appointed as Ambassador to Vietnam, Ms. P.A.P. Ponnamperuma, designated as Ambassador to Myanmar, and P.R.S. Goonawardene, who will take on the role of High Commissioner to the Maldives.
By empowering these diplomats with a deep understanding of Sri Lanka’s tech capabilities, SLASSCOM aims to facilitate their efforts in promoting the country’s interests on the global stage, paving the way for enhanced collaboration and economic growth and helping Sri Lanka to position itself as a hub of innovation and a desirable destination for foreign investment.
