Sri Lanka and Singapore Sign MoU to Boost AI and Digital Public Infrastructure
What happened
Sri Lanka and Singapore signed a Memorandum of Understanding on October 20, 2026, to enhance bilateral cooperation in artificial intelligence (AI) and digital public infrastructure (DPI). A preceding stakeholder meeting on October 16, 2026, at Google Singapore explored ways to strengthen collaboration and promote knowledge exchange. This effort builds on an MoU signed in July 2025 between the Ministry of Digital Economy of Sri Lanka and AI Singapore.
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Why it matters
The cooperation aims to identify practical applications of AI and digital technologies to improve public service delivery and support inclusive development in Sri Lanka. The bilateral cooperation strengthens the relationship between the Government of Sri Lanka and Singapore regarding AI and DPI.
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Who's involved
- Government of Sri LankaEngages in bilateral cooperation with Singapore regarding AI and DPI.
- SingaporeEngages in bilateral cooperation with the Government of Sri Lanka regarding AI and DPI.
- Google SingaporeHosted a stakeholder meeting to explore AI and DPI cooperation.
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The entities involved
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Government of Sri Lanka
central government of the Democratic Socialist Republic of Sri Lanka
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Singapore
sovereign island country and city-state in maritime Southeast Asia
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