U.S., Sri Lanka Partner to Advance American AI Leadership in Higher Education
U.S., Sri Lanka Partner to Advance American AI Leadership in Higher Education
https://lk.usembassy.gov/us-sl-advance-american-ai-in-higher-education/
Publish Date: 2026-05-08 12:36:00
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- The United States is collaborating with Sri Lanka to establish the country’s first national AI policy framework for higher education.
- The U.S. Embassy in Sri Lanka worked closely with Sri Lankan counterparts, based on American AI expertise and standards, to develop the framework at the University Grants Commission (UGC)’s request.
- A soft launch of the framework occurred on May 8, involving high-level attendees such as U.S. Embassy Chargé d’Affaires a.i. Jayne Howell, Prime Minister Harini Amarasuriya, and UGC Chairman Professor Kapila Seneviratne.
- The initiative was led by American AI specialist Professor Usree Bhattacharya of the University of Georgia to ensure it aligns with U.S. leading AI practices that promote transparency and security.
- The policy framework aims to modernize Sri Lanka’s higher education system, prepare students for a digital economy, and foster partnerships between Sri Lankan and American institutions and technology firms.
- The initiative underscores the United States’ commitment to leading global AI innovations and shaping global standards.
