Rs. 25,500 million budgetary allocation to develop digital economy in 2026

Rs. 25,500 million budgetary allocation to develop digital economy in 2026

November 7, 2025   04:02 pm

President Anura Kumara Dissanayake says through the 2026 Budget, a sum of 25,500 million has been allocated to develop Sri Lanka’s digital economy.

The President also pledged to establish a Digital Economy Council next year.

The allocation will facilitate the infrastructure needs, streamlining investment processes and fostering an innovation-friendly environment.

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