US$ 600 million spent on vehicle imports in first three months of 2026

US$ 600 million spent on vehicle imports in first three months of 2026
US$ 600 million spent on vehicle imports in first three months of 2026

Sri Lanka may spend more on vehicle imports in 2026 than expected, says Central Bank Governor Dr. Nandalal Weerasinghe. In the first quarter of 2026, US$600 million was spent on vehicle imports, signaling higher foreign exchange outflows than initially projected. Source: AdaDerana. May 19, 2026.

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