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New Vehicle Surcharge Risks Market Shock and Buyer Losses

Source: Lanka News
Category: Politics
Region: Sri Lanka
Published: August 17, 2026 at 04:05

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Sri Lanka’s latest vehicle-import tax decision is exposing a deeper problem in the automotive market: a policy designed to protect foreign exchange reserves may simultaneously create sharp price distortions, uncertain valuations and substantial risks for buyers and importers. The government has extended the temporary 50% surcharge on Customs Import Duty until December 31, 2026, despite […] The post New Vehicle Surcharge Risks Market Shock and Buyer Losses appeared first on Lankanews.lk .

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