Sri Lanka, Nov. 3 -- The Government has begun preliminary discussions to establish an inter-ministerial national programme to ensure children's online safety and digital well-being.

The initial discussion was held at Temple Trees on November 2 under the leadership of Deputy Minister of Digital Economy Eranga Weeraratne.

The meeting focused on identifying the responsibilities and future roles of key ministries in developing a coordinated national framework to protect children from online abuse, cyberbullying and other digital threats.

Addressing the meeting, Secretary to the Prime Minister Pradeep Saputantri said children faced various challenges amid the rapid development of digital technology.

He stressed the need to move beyond iso...