EDEX Expo 2026: Empowering Youth through Global Education and Jobs 📈

Sri Lanka’s premier education and career platform, EDEX Expo 2026, officially launched its Colombo edition yesterday at the BMICH. Organised by the Royal College Union, the event aims to enhance the global competitiveness of Sri Lankan youth through diverse academic and professional pathways. • Event Details & Scale: The Colombo exhibition runs from January 16–18, followed by a Kandy edition on January 24–25. The expo hosts over 150 educational institutions and 15 major corporates. • Education & Global Reach: Participants include state and non-state higher education providers alongside foreign universities from Australia, UK, USA, Japan, France, and Canada. The event bridges the gap between local secondary education and international degree opportunities. • Employment & Industry: The EDEX Job Fair facilitates immediate recruitment and on-site interviews. Key sectors represented include ICT/BPM, Banking, Media, and Culinary Arts, directly supporting national employment and skill alignment. • Special Initiatives: • Career Development: Features psychometric testing and entrepreneurship programs focused on the Green Economy. • Innovation: Includes an AI-assisted art competition to promote responsible technology use. • CSR: The "Nenapahana" initiative continues rural school development, while the "Sithuwam" competition received over 10,000 entries nationwide. Based on official event proceedings, the expo is endorsed by the Prime Minister’s Office and major chambers, reinforcing its role in national human capital development. ---