Sri Lanka needs digital ID soon, says Ceylon Chamber of Commerce

The Ceylon Chamber of Commerce is concerned about delays in the implementation of Sri Lanka’s digital ID system. In a statement published on its website, the group stressed the importance of digital identity for reviving Sri Lanka’s economy, and pointed to nations such as Kenya, Singapore and India as examples where substantive investment in digital public infrastructure has led to growth and an increased competitive edge in the global marketplace.

“As a foundational pillar of a digital economy, the digital …

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