CA Sri Lanka to champion a bold ' UPRISE' at the 46th National Conference of Chartered Accountants

Press Conference 1st August 2025 @ 6.00pm at the CA Sri Lanke Level 6, Malalasekera Mw , Colombo 7 , Sri Lanke .
 CA Sri Lanka to champion a bold UPRISE at the 46th

National Conference of Chartered Accountants

T August 2025: At a time when Sri Lanka faces profound political, economic, and social

challenges, the Institute of Chartered Accountants of Sri Lanka (CA Sri Lanka) is set to ignite an

UPRISE by empowering Chartered Accountants to lead with vision, courage, and purpose at

its 46h National Conference of Chartered Accountants, scheduled to take place from 8h to 10

October 2025 at the Monarch Imperial, Sri Jayewardenepura.

Drawing inspiration from global success stories where nations that rose from crisis through

reform, innovation, and strategic transformation, this flagship event of CA Sri Lanka, themed

"UPRISE- Global Insight >> Local Impact," is more than a professional gathering, and is aimed

at catalysing Sri Lanka's resurgence through visionary leadership, global learning, and local

transformation.

Addressing a press conference to unveil this year's conference theme and rationale on 1

August 2025, President of CA Sri Lanka, Mr. Heshana Kuruppu, explained that this year's

conference is a rallying cry for change-makers to rise above limitations and engineer a resilient,

fonward-looking future for Sri Lanka.

Mr. Kuruppu emphasised that Sri Lanka stands today at a critical juncture in its post-crisis

journey, and the past few years have tested the nation's resilience, economically, socially, and

institutionally. Yet, even amidst these challenges, we are reminded that adversity often

presents the greatest opportunity for transformation. Our journey foward calis not only for hope

but also for decisive action rooted in clarity of purpose, strategic reform, and the collective will to

transform. And this is where the role of professionals, particularly Chatered Accountants,

becomes indispensable," he explained.

Among those present at the press conference were Mr. Tishan Subasinghe, Vice President: Mr.

Chamara Abeyrathne, Chairman of the National Conference Committee, Mr. Wasaba

Jayasekera, Chairman of the National Conference Technical Committee: Mr. Ashane

Jayasekara, Alternate Chair, National Conference Committee, Ms. Nishani Perera, Alternate

Chair, National Conference Technical Committee, and Ms. Lakmali Priyangika, Chief Executive

Officer, CA Sn Lanka.

Dubbed the country's largest annual business summit, this year's National Conference is

expected to attract over 2, 500 delegates from Sri Lanka and abroad The three-day event wil

feature over 15 local and international speakers who will steer the sessions, exploring cutting-

edge topics such as geopolitical strategy, trade reform, digital innovation, ethical leadership, and

professional branding

Speaking at the press conference, Mr. Abeyrathne noted that with a legacy spanning more than

45 years, the National Conference has evolved from modest beginnings into one of the most

anticipated and respected business summits in Sri Lanka. "Today, it serves not only as a

platform for professional development but also as a space for bold ideas, meaningful dialogue,

and transformative action."

He explained that the journey towards this year's National Conference is already well underway,

with months of meticulous planning, coordination, and collaboration. "From conceptualising the

theme to curating a compelling speaker line-up, designing impactful sessions, and managing

complex logistics, every detail is being carefully considered to ensure the event delivers

exceptional value, relevance, and inspiration to our over 2,500 participants in October" Mr.

Abeyrathne said.

Mr. Jayasekera added that Sri Lanka is at one of the most critical junctures in its history, facing

immense challenges that demand courage, vision, and decisive action. "We, as Chartered

Accountants, not only understand the gravity of this moment but also believe deeply that an

UPRISE is both possible and essential."

He highlighted global examples of resilience: Germany rebuilt itself into an economic

powerhouse from the ashes of war; Vietnam transitioned from isolation to become a

manufacturing and export hub; South Korea evolved into a leader in technology and innovation;

Finland, once in severe recession, reinvented itself through technology and human capital; and

Singapore, with almost no resources, became a global success story through vision,

governance, and relentless skill development.

"These nations remind us that no country is destined to remain trapped by its circumstances,"

Mr. Jayasekera added

During the press conference, the official website of the 46h National Conference

conference.casrilanka.com was also launched.