SLASSCOM extends its warmest congratulations to Dr. Hans Wijayasuriya as he steps into a pivotal role to lead Sri Lanka's digital economy agenda. Dr. Hans's contributions as Chief Executive Officer Telecommunications Business & Group Executive Director at Axiata Group Bhd have been transformative, and we are excited to see his commitment to empowering Sri Lanka's digital future.

Nishan Mendis, Chairman of SLASSCOM, said, “Dr. Hans has consistently demonstrated visionary leadership and a deep understanding of both global and local digital landscapes. His expertise and drive will not only help accelerate Sri Lanka's journey towards becoming a regional hub for technology and innovation but also spearhead some crucial technology transformation projects that would benefit the entire country and its economic development.”

Chamindā de Silva, Executive Director at SLASSCOM, shared, “Dr. Hans’s commitment to advancing our digital economy agenda comes at a crucial time. We believe his leadership will inspire new growth and enhance opportunities for our tech ecosystem, fostering a future-ready Sri Lanka.”We look forward to supporting Dr. Hans in this exciting journey, collaborating toward an inclusive and prosperous digital economy.

Photo Caption : Left to right - Nishan Mendis, Chairman of SLASSCOM and Chamindā de Silva, Executive Director at SLASSCOM