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Billions Lost as Illegal Bars Challenge Sri Lanka’s Liquor Controls

Source: Lanka News
Category: Business
Region: Sri Lanka
Published: August 06, 2026 at 05:19

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Sri Lanka’s battle against illegal alcohol operations has entered a critical phase as authorities confront a growing underground market, billions of rupees in unpaid taxes, and the unintended consequences of one of the world’s heaviest liquor taxation structures. The country’s liquor industry now operates in a divided landscape. Licensed manufacturers face increased fees, strict monitoring, […] The post Billions Lost as Illegal Bars Challenge Sri Lanka’s Liquor Controls appeared first on Lankanews.lk .

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