The “Serendipity Knowledge Program” (SKOP) is ADB’s knowledge program dedicated to Sri Lanka, designed to respond effectively to the country’s needs in line with ADB's vision as a knowledge solutions bank. SKOP seeks to share knowledge on issues relevant to Sri Lanka and facilitate discussion among stakeholders.

Innovation is recognized as a major factor contributing to economic transformation. It drives global competitiveness and inclusive and sustainable economic growth. Innovation leads to higher growth through productivity gains and transforms economies by shifting resources to produce more complex goods in productive sectors. High-value production facilitates access to global and regional value chains and diverse markets, creates better jobs, alters economic structures, and enhances living standards. This SKOP event will focus on bringing new perspectives to support the government in defining and strengthening its role and capacity to drive the development of the national innovation ecosystem. It will also explore the role of universities as hubs of innovation. The event aims to catalyze long-term engagement among the government, international experts, and other stakeholders to support the strengthening of the national innovation ecosystem.

The event will feature a keynote speech, panel discussions, and networking opportunities with experts from both the public and private sectors. This event will be attended by stakeholders, including senior government officials, including the Honorable Prime Minister of Sri Lanka, leading private sector representatives, think tanks, other development partners, civil society, and ADB staff.