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Law in the age of AI: Law Faculty’s International Research Conference

Law in the age of AI: Law Faculty’s International Research Conference

11 Nov 2026


The annual International Research Conference (IRC) organised by the Colombo University’s Law Faculty is set to be held on 13 November and 14 November under the theme “Law in the Age of Artificial Intelligence (AI): Advancing Equality, Sustainability and Innovation”. It aims to bring together legal luminaries, academics, researchers and professionals from both within and out of the island to explore the emerging legal challenges and opportunities in the era of AI. President’s Counsel and President of the Court of Appeal, Justice Rohantha Abeysooriya is the Chief Guest, while the University’s Vice Chancellor, Prof Indika Karunathilake will be the Guest of Honour. Dean of Research at the Tamil Nadu National Law University, India, Prof M. Sakthivel will deliver the keynote address. It will feature thematic sessions focusing on commercial law, private and comparative law, and public and international law from the perspective of AI. The event aims to promote scholarly dialogue, interdisciplinary research and innovative legal approaches to addressing the evolving challenges posed by AI. The steering force behind the IRC is the Conference Chair, Dr Udapadie Liyanage, alongside the guidance of the Faculty’s Dean, Prof Sampath Punchihewa.



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