Sri Lanka FinTech Summit 2025: $500M FDI Push to Power Digital Economy

Sri Lanka is preparing to host one of its most ambitious financial technology gatherings yet — the Sri Lanka FinTech Summit 2025, scheduled for 24–25 September at the Bandaranaike Memorial International Conference Hall (BMICH), Colombo.

Organised by Tecxa Pvt Ltd in collaboration with the Ministry of Digital Economy, the Ministry of Finance, Planning and Economic Development, Hatton National Bank PLC (HNB), and the FinTech Forum of Sri Lanka, the Summit is expected to attract over 2,000 participants from 25+ countries, including 150+ global experts and speakers.

A Vision for a $15 Billion Digital Economy

Held under the theme “Empowering Sri Lanka’s Digital Economy: Innovations Driving Financial Inclusion and Growth”, the two-day event will serve as a critical platform to:

• Attract USD 500 million in annual FDI by 2030
• Support a roadmap to achieve 95% financial inclusion
• Contribute 3% to national GDP through FinTech
• Foster 200+ homegrown FinTech ventures by 2030

Deputy Minister of Digital Economy Eng. Eranga Weeraratne stated:

“Sri Lanka is at a defining moment in its digital transformation journey. Platforms like the Sri Lanka FinTech Summit 2025 are essential to unlock innovation, attract investment, and build tomorrow’s digital infrastructure with purpose and precision.”

Six Strategic Themes

The Summit will be structured around six core themes with breakout sessions across five dedicated stages:

1. Future of Finance
2. Global and Regional Trends
3. Blockchain, AI & Digital Currency
4. Financial Innovation and Inclusion
5. Regulatory Compliance
6. Investment, Start-ups & Ecosystem Growth

Delegates will include FinTech founders, regulators, policymakers, global investors, academia, and technology leaders.

Channa De Silva, Chairman of the FinTech Forum of Sri Lanka, added:

“The future of finance is digital. This Summit will establish robust regulatory frameworks, promote open banking protocols, and position Sri Lanka as South Asia’s digital finance hub.”

Building Momentum

Ahead of the Summit, a special event was held at the ICTA Auditorium to launch the official website.

Damith Pallewatte, Summit Chair and HNB PLC MD/CEO, commented:

“FinTech is transforming Sri Lanka’s economy by bridging gaps in financial access and unlocking new innovation and investment opportunities. HNB is proud to help spearhead this impactful programme.”

Culture Meets Innovation

Beyond finance and technology, the Summit will highlight Sri Lanka’s soft-power appeal, with cultural showcases including Kandyan classical dance and authentic Sri Lankan cuisine. These events will complement the country’s digital ambitions with its rich cultural heritage.

The Sri Lanka FinTech Summit 2025 represents a pivotal moment in Sri Lanka’s economic journey — uniting global innovation, strategic investment, and cultural identity to build a resilient, inclusive, and future-ready digital economy.