April 30, Colombo (LNW): Sri Lanka has taken a significant step towards strengthening its digital defences, with Cabinet giving the green light for proposed legislation to create a National Cyber Security Regulatory Authority, the Ministry of Digital Economy confirmed.
According to Ministry Secretary Waruna Sri Dhanapala, officials are now working to refine the legal framework in collaboration with the Sri Lanka Computer Emergency Readiness Team and the Legal Draftsman’s Department.
The effort aims to ensure that the new authority is equipped with clear regulatory powers and a modern governance structure to address emerging cyber threats.
The proposed body is expected to oversee national cyber security standards, coordinate responses to digital incidents, and provide guidance to both public and private sector institutions. Authorities also hope it will enhance investor confidence as Sri Lanka continues its push towards a more digitally driven economy.
Dhanapala noted that drafting work is progressing steadily, with the bill likely to be finalised within the next two to three months before being presented to Parliament for debate and approval.
If enacted, the legislation would mark a major milestone in the country’s efforts to build a secure and resilient digital ecosystem.
