SriLanka, Oct. 30 -- A strategic dialogue on safeguarding national security in the digital age was held at the National Defence College (NDC) in Colombo, as part of its 'Diners' Club' event.

Major General Aruna Jayasekara (Retd), the Deputy Minister of Defence attended the event as the Guest Speaker and delivered an address on the theme, 'Safeguarding National Security in the Digital Age'.

A key focus of the address was the need for stronger coordination between state institutions and the private sector to counter cyber threats, protect critical infrastructure and strengthen national cybersecurity, the Ministry of Defence said in a statement.

The discussion highlighted the increasing dependence of essential services, including banking ...