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Huawei accords accolades to local uni talent at ICT competition
Huawei Sri Lanka together with Sri Lanka Inventors Commission (SLIC) recently recognised the top twenty national winners among the Sri Lankan University talents who excelled at the Huawei ICT Competition 2021-2022 titled “Connection-Glory-Future”.
The twenty winners were from seven different universities, and the first prize of the each track went to University of Moratuwa and Rajarata University of Sri Lanka. The awarding ceremony was graced with presence of State Minister of Skills Development, Vocational Education, Research and Innovation Dr. Seetha Arambepola, Commissioner of Sri Lanka Inventors Commission, Prof. N. M. S. Sirimuthu, Huawei Sri Lanka CEO Liang Yi, officials, and the participated universities.
The winners from Sri Lanka will form two teams to represent Sri Lanka during the regional phase of the Competition in this year and compete for the grand prize globally. Huawei ICT Competition 2021-2022 is the country’s most competitive first ever ICT knowledge competition that gives opportunity for Sri Lankan University students to take part at a regional and global level conducted by the global leading ICT company. In Sri Lanka, Huawei ICT competition drew 247 competitors from 29 universities, enhancing the students’ ICT knowledge as well as practical and application skills, and ultimately, inspiring innovation which will be mandatory to the future growth of Sri Lanka’s ICT industry.
State Minister of Skills Development, Vocational Education, Research and Innovation Dr. Seetha Arambepola said that “ICT talent development among the schools, colleges and universities from early stages of education is a key in the modern era as the ICT industry is connected with technologies that we use in our day to day life and that as a result most of the future demand for jobs will be created in the ICT industry”.
“As a leading ICT solution provider Huawei Sri Lanka considers one of our top priority is future-proofing the Sri Lanka’s digital economy through scaling the youth talent pool. Whilst Sri Lanka’s universities continue to produce talented ICT practitioners that have supported the country’s economic progress so far, we believe the demand for scenario-specific ICT solutions is accelerating and thus, we must continue investing in talent development to ensure that ICT companies have access to the qualified personnel they need to pursue their transformation goals” Huawei Sri Lanka CEO Liang Yi said.
“We have been committed and dedicated to ICT knowledge transfer to Sri Lanka youth talent over the last decade through various initiatives such as joint innovation centres with top universities, telecom engineer training, Seeds for the Future and other initiatives” Liang Yi said.
In Sri Lanka Huawei, has initiated longstanding programs such as the Huawei ICT Competition, Seeds For the Future, and ICT Academy to support Sri Lanka in building a sustainable knowledge-based digital economy. So far many local talented youth in Sri Lanka have benefitted from advanced skills development courses to date, equipping them with the necessary skills to lead digital transformation and development efforts in the country.
The Delegation of German Industry and Commerce in Sri Lanka (AHK Sri Lanka) proudly facilitated the first-ever Sri Lankan delegation’s participation at Drupa 2024, the world’s largest trade fair for the printing industry and technology. Held after an eight-year hiatus, Drupa 2024 was a landmark event, marking significant advancements and opportunities in the global printing industry.
AHK Sri Lanka played a pivotal role in organising and supporting the delegation, which comprised 17 members from the Sri Lanka Association for Printers (SLAP), representing eight companies from the commercial, newspaper, stationery printing, and packaging industries. This pioneering effort by AHK Sri Lanka not only showcased the diverse capabilities of Sri Lanka’s printing sector but also facilitated vital bilateral discussions with key stakeholders from the German printing industry.
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Unveiling Ayugiri: Browns Hotels & Resorts sets the stage for a new era in luxury Ayurveda Wellness
In a captivating reimagining of luxury wellness tourism, Browns Hotels & Resorts proudly unveiled the exquisite Ayugiri Ayurveda Wellness Resort Sigiriya. This momentous occasion, celebrated amidst a vibrant and serene grand opening on the 6th of June, heralds a new chapter in the Ayurveda wellness tourism landscape in Sri Lanka. Nestled amidst 54 acres of unspoiled natural splendour, Ayugiri features 22 exclusive suites and stands out as the only luxury Ayurveda wellness resort in the country offering plunge pools in every room, rendering it truly one-of-a-kind.
The grand opening of Ayugiri Ayurveda Wellness Resort was an enchanting event, where guests were captivated by the melodies of flutists and violinists resonating through Sigiriya’s lush landscapes. As traditional drummers and dancers infused the air with vibrant energy, Browns Hotels & Resorts’ CEO, Eksath Wijeratne, Kotaro Katsuki, Acting Ambassador for the Embassy of Japan and General Manager, Buwaneka Bandara, unveiled the resort’s new logo, marking a significant moment witnessed by distinguished guests from the French Embassy, Ayurveda and wellness enthusiasts along with officials from the Sigiriya area, LOLC Holdings and Browns Group.
“Our strategic expansion into wellness tourism with Ayugiri Ayurveda Wellness Resort Sigiriya symbolises a significant milestone for Browns Hotels & Resorts. Wellness tourism has consistently outperformed the overall tourism industry for over a decade, reflecting a growing global interest in travel that goes beyond leisure to offer rejuvenation and holistic well-being. By integrating the timeless wisdom of Ayurveda with modern luxury, we aim to set a new standard in luxury wellness tourism in Sri Lanka. Whether your goal is prevention, healing, or a deeper connection to inner harmony, Ayugiri offers a sanctuary for holistic well-being” stated Eksath Wijeratne.
Ayugiri encapsulates the essence of life, inspired by the lotus flower held by the graceful queens of the infamous Sigiriya frescoes. Just as the lotus emerges from the murky depths, untainted and serene,
Ayugiri invites guests on a journey of purity and rejuvenation, harmonised with a balance of mind, body and spirit, the essence of nature, echoes of culture and the wisdom of ancient Ayurvedic healing.
HNB General Insurance, one of Sri Lanka’s leading general insurance providers, has been honored as the Best General Bancassurance Provider in Sri Lanka 2024 by the prestigious Global Banking and Finance Review – UK.
The esteemed accolade underscores HNB General Insurance’s unwavering commitment to excellence and its outstanding performance in the field of bancassurance. Through dedication and hard work, the HNB General Insurance team has continuously endeavored to deliver innovative insurance solutions, cultivate strong relationships with banking partners, and provide unparalleled service to customers nationwide. This recognition is a testament to the team’s dedication and relentless pursuit of excellence in the bancassurance business.
“We are honored to receive this prestigious award, which reflects our team’s tireless efforts and dedication to delivering value-added insurance solutions and exceptional service through our bancassurance partnerships,” said Sithumina Jayasundara, CEO of HNB General Insurance. “This recognition reaffirms our position as a trusted insurance provider in Sri Lanka and motivates us to continue striving for excellence in serving our customers and communities.”
