Sri Lanka is officially ready to welcome Starlink’s satellite internet services following the completion of all necessary administrative and technical formalities. Deputy Minister of Digital Economy, Eranga Weeraratne, confirmed that operations can begin without delay once Starlink hands over its operational dashboard.
The announcement was made during a bilateral meeting in Singapore, organized by the Sri Lankan High Commission on the sidelines of the 2025 Asia Technology Summit. The meeting brought together key stakeholders in Sri Lanka’s digital transformation journey, including Stephen Lang, the U.S. State Department’s Coordinator for International Communications and Information Policy.
Beyond the Starlink launch, the discussion expanded to include deeper collaboration with global tech giants like Google and Meta. Plans are underway to establish AI-driven data centers across Sri Lanka, along with initiatives to strengthen the nation’s cybersecurity framework. This includes the development of a new Cyber Security Act, the empowerment of the existing Cyber Security Agency, and amendments to both the Online Security Act and the Data Protection Act.
Ambassador Lang reiterated the United States’ commitment to supporting Sri Lanka as it implements these critical digital reforms, underscoring the broader strategic partnership between the two countries in the field of technology and innovation.
Also present at the meeting were High Commissioner Senarath Dissanayake, Head of Chancery Ahmed Razi, and Digital Economy Advisor Sumudu Ratnayake, all of whom reinforced Sri Lanka’s dedication to building a robust and secure digital infrastructure.
With the groundwork laid for Starlink’s launch, Sri Lanka is poised to expand internet access nationwide, particularly in rural and underserved areas, ushering in a new chapter in its technological development.
