Sri Lanka, May 27 -- More than 9,151 vehicles, both new and used, have been imported into Sri Lanka via the Hambantota International Port since February.

The Hambantota International Port Group announced that a new system has been implemented to expedite the vehicle clearance process.

Accordingly, vehicles that have completed all customs procedures can now be cleared within 24 hours upon submission of the necessary documents.

To further enhance efficiency, documentation centres are now operating until 8:30 PM on weekdays and until 1:00 PM on Saturdays, the Hambantota International Port Group stated.

Published by HT Digital Content Services with permission from Hiru News....