SriLanka, Oct. 12 -- The Environment Ministry is moving to establish a coordinated national mechanism to manage electronic waste (e-waste) in Sri Lanka, with plans to strengthen regulations and expand collection and recycling facilities.

The initiative was discussed at a stakeholder consultation held at the Ministry of Environment ahead of International E-Waste Day on October 14. The meeting was chaired by Deputy Environment Minister Anton Jayakody, with the participation of Ministry Secretary K. R. Uduwawala, registered e-waste collectors, recyclers and other industry stakeholders.

The initiative comes as the country expands digitalisation across the public sector, education and other key areas, increasing the need for responsible disp...