The meeting centered on key requirements needed to strengthen the country’s AI-related infrastructure, with particular emphasis on ensuring a continuous and stable electricity supply at an affordable cost—a critical factor for the operation of large-scale data storage and processing centers.
Technical experts, ministry officials, and industry stakeholders took part in the discussion, exploring strategies to enhance energy efficiency, improve reliability, and attract investment into advanced digital storage facilities. Participants also reviewed global trends in AI data management and examined how Sri Lanka could position itself as a competitive hub in the region.
The Minister highlighted the importance of establishing strong technological foundations to support the growing demand for artificial intelligence applications, noting that reliable power and modern infrastructure will be essential for the nation’s digital transformation.
Further meetings are expected as the ministry continues to evaluate policy measures and infrastructure plans to enable the expansion of AI-related facilities in the country.
