Sri Lanka, Nov. 7 -- An investment summit is scheduled to be held in January next year with the aim of providing economic prosperity to the people living in the Northern Province.

The Northern investment summit will be a stepping stone to re-launch the Northern Province, which has long been under-resourced. Accordingly, the summit is set to showcase the Northern Province as a vibrant hub, a region defined by resilience and renewal, rich in heritage,

talent and untapped potential. With a strong educational base, a vibrant young population and significant infrastructure improvements including the KKS Port, Palali Airport and the "Yal IT Centre", the summit is expected to highlight the region as a hub for trade, technology and enterprise. ...