Title: “Sri Lanka High Commission in UK Facilitates Investment Drive in Higher Education Sector”
In a recent development, Sri Lanka’s High Commissioner to the United Kingdom, Rohitha Bogollagama, has announced a surge in interest from British entrepreneurs keen on investing in Sri Lanka’s higher education sector. This revelation was made during the ‘Sri Lanka Business Drive 2024’, an interactive roundtable discussion held at the Sri Lanka High Commission in London, in collaboration with the Commonwealth Enterprise and Investment Council (CWEIC).
According to HC Bogollagama, a number of British investors are exploring opportunities to invest in Sri Lanka, with a particular focus on higher education initiatives. Among the proposals discussed during the event, some investors are contemplating the establishment of a digital university in Sri Lanka. Additionally, there is significant interest in Information and Communication Technology (ICT)-driven investments, particularly in setting up a generative artificial intelligence (AI) hub in Colombo’s Port City.
The primary objective of the roundtable discussion was to facilitate cooperation, communication, and the exchange of information between the business communities of the UK and Sri Lanka. By fostering dialogue and highlighting investment prospects, the event aimed to catalyze mutually beneficial partnerships between the two nations.
This initiative underscores the growing interest in Sri Lanka as an investment destination, particularly in sectors such as higher education and technology. As Sri Lanka continues to position itself as a hub for innovation and entrepreneurship, collaborations with international partners like the UK are poised to drive economic growth and create opportunities for development in the country.