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Lanka emerging as Asia’s next startup and innovation hub

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September 21, 2025

Sri Lanka’s rapidly growing startup ecosystem is drawing increasing regional and global attention, positioning the country as a rising innovation hub in Asia.

With a strong ICT sector, high literacy rates, and a growing pool of skilled professionals, Sri Lanka is primed to become a hotbed for technology startups and product innovation.

Key highlight this year is the arrival of over 35 global investors attending the Venture Engine Finale, alongside the Disrupt Asia conference, creating an unprecedented opportunity for Sri Lankan startups to connect with leading venture capitalists and industry experts from APAC, MENA, Europe, and the United States.

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