📈 SLITPA-UAE & Sri Lankan Embassy Align for Tech Growth

• Strategic Meeting: Leadership of the Sri Lankan IT Professionals Association (SLITPA-UAE) met with Ambassador H.E. Prof. Arusha Cooray in Abu Dhabi on February 10, 2026. • ICT/BPM Focus: The discussion centered on empowering Sri Lankan technology professionals in the UAE and integrating them into Sri Lanka’s expanding technology ecosystem. • Key Initiatives: • Highlighted the upcoming SLITPA-UAE Annual IT Awards, designed to recognize excellence and boost the global visibility of Sri Lankan talent. • Emphasis on strengthening ties between the ICT/BPM sector and national bodies like SLASSCOM and the SLBFE. • Skilled Labor Demand: The Ambassador stressed the need for a collaborative response to the rising demand for skilled employment in the UAE's technology and professional services sectors. • National Impact: Both parties committed to a long-term partnership to enhance professional excellence and support Sri Lanka’s international standing in the digital economy. Based on official association reports. 🇱🇰