On July 15, 2025 the Sri Lankan Cabinet of Ministers approved a robust framework to fortify the nation’s digital defenses. “The Cabinet of Ministers in the government has approved the implementation of the National Cyber Protection Strategy of Sri Lanka – 2025 to 2029, a comprehensive framework aimed at strengthening the country’s cybersecurity posture over the next five years,” as announced in Colombo. This pivotal move addresses the growing cyber threats impacting civilian sectors.
The strategy, crafted by the Sri Lanka Computer Emergency Readiness Team (CERT) with technical expertise from the World Bank, builds on the nation’s first cyber protection strategy from 2018, implemented between 2019 and 2023. “The strategy, developed by the Sri Lanka Computer Emergency Readiness Team (CERT) with technical support from the World Bank, builds upon the foundation laid by the country’s first cyber protection strategy introduced in 2018 and implemented from 2019 to 2023,” the statement confirms. This new plan sharpens focus on civilian cybersecurity, addressing vulnerabilities in an increasingly digital world.
Structured around six key pillars, the strategy emphasizes: upgrading the legal and regulatory framework, enhancing public awareness and knowledge, improving cybersecurity readiness, strengthening incident response capabilities, and fostering national and international cooperation. These pillars aim to create a resilient digital ecosystem, protecting critical infrastructure and public services from cyber threats. The initiative was tabled by the President, acting as the Minister of Digital Economy, signaling high-level commitment.
Public sentiment on X reflects optimism about enhanced digital security, though some users urge swift implementation. With cyber threats rising globally—ransomware attacks increased 35% in 2024 per CERT data—this strategy positions Sri Lanka to safeguard its digital future. Follow-up actions, including legislative updates, are expected by mid-2026.
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