The Consulate General of Sri Lanka in Karachi hosted an online session aimed at fostering collaboration between key stakeholders in the Information Technology (IT) sectors of Sri Lanka and Pakistan. The event was jointly organized with the Sri Lanka Association for Software and Service Companies (SLASSCOM) and the Pakistan Software Houses Association (PASHA).
Several potential member companies from PASHA, along with its Secretary General, Mr. Ali Hasani, participated in the session from the Pakistan side.
From the Sri Lankan side, the session featured Ms. Shehani Seneviratne, designated Chairperson of SLASSCOM; Mr. Sachindra Samararatne, Project Manager at the Information and Communication Technology Agency (ICTA); and representatives from M/s. Ascent, M/s. Sanmark and M/s. Dilexus who delivered insightful presentations on current developments and opportunities in Sri Lanka’s IT industry.
In his opening remarks, Mr. Jagath Abeywarna, Consul General of Sri Lanka in Karachi, highlighted Sri Lanka’s steady economic recovery and underscored the growing significance of the IT sector as a key engine for national growth. “The investment climate in Sri Lanka is increasingly favorable,” he stated. “The IT sector plays a central role in our economic future.”
A presentation was also delivered on Disrupt Asia, Sri Lanka’s premier conference and festival for startups and innovation scheduled to be held from 17th to 21st September, 2025 in Colombo. Discussions were held on exploring the possibility of participation by P@SHA and its members in the upcoming event.
The Consulate General reaffirmed its commitment to strengthening economic and technological cooperation between Sri Lanka and Pakistan and looks forward to building on the positive momentum generated by this engagement.
