Sri Lanka tech firms net $ 2 million in prospects in Tokyo
EconomyNext: 10 Sri Lanka ICT companies were able to enter the Japanese market, generate over 300 leads and networking outcomes at Japan IT Week 2026, the Export Development Board (EDB) said.
“The programme created significant future business potential estimated at over USD 2.0 million, along with multiple partnership and joint venture opportunities,” EDB said.
“It served as a strong market exposure and relationship building platform, strengthening Sri Lanka-Japan ICT collaboration and laying a solid foundation for future business conversions.”
Sri Lanka’s second participation at Japan IT Week Spring 2026, held from April 6 to 10 at Tokyo Big Sight, Japan, was facilitated by the EDB with the Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA) and the Embassy of Sri Lanka in Japan.
The initiative represents a step in strengthening Sri Lanka’s ICT sector presence in the Japanese market, supporting long-term collaboration, knowledge exchange and export growth.
At the Sri Lanka Pavilion, the companies showcased cutting-edge solutions spanning artificial intelligence, IoT, software development, IT-enabled services and related digital innovations.
Prior to the main exhibition, the team participated in business briefings, site visits, seminars and networking sessions.
Deloitte Tohmatsu Venture Support conducted a briefing session, followed by a visit to H1O Hamamatsucho, which provided insights into Japan’s business infrastructure and support ecosystem for foreign companies.
The team also visited Tokyo Innovation Base, gaining exposure to Japan’s startup ecosystem and collaboration landscape.
Delegates attended a seminar on effective B2B engagement strategies in Japan conducted by FRONTIER Co Ltd.
The EDB and JICA collaboration initiated in 2024 aims to enhance Sri Lanka’s ICT sector presence in the Japanese market, and supports around 30 ICT/BPM companies, including SMEs and startups, through tailored business coaching, market intelligence and targeted matchmaking opportunities with Japanese industry partners.
OSL take:
Sri Lanka’s digital industry is rapidly emerging as a high-potential investment frontier, supported by the country’s broader push to transform into a digitally driven economy. Recent success at Japan IT Week 2026, where local ICT firms secured hundreds of leads and unlocked millions in potential deals, highlights the growing global competitiveness of Sri Lankan tech companies and their ability to integrate into advanced international markets like Japan. For foreign businesses/investors, this signals a maturing ecosystem with strong export capabilities. Sri Lanka offers a skilled, cost-competitive talent pool in software development, AI, fintech, and IT-enabled services. As demand rises for outsourcing and digital transformation solutions worldwide, the country is well-positioned to serve as a strategic delivery hub for Asia-Pacific and beyond. Sri Lankan government-backed initiatives are further accelerating this momentum. Policies aimed at digital infrastructure development, startup incubation, and tech education are creating an environment conducive to innovation and scale. There is also increasing openness to joint ventures, particularly in areas such as cloud services, cybersecurity, e-commerce platforms, and enterprise software. Sri Lanka’s digital economy ambitions also extend into smart cities, e-governance, and digital payments, opening avenues for long-term infrastructure and platform investments. All these factors indicate that the country presents a compelling case for foreign businesses/investors seeking early entry into a fast-growing, globally connected digital market.
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