President Ranil Wickremesinghe, in his capacity as the Minister of Finance, has officially declared the implementation of the Special Commodity Levy on a range of goods, effective from today (01).
The presidential directive, conveyed through a special government notification, states that the levy will remain in force until December 31, 2024, in accordance with the provisions outlined in Sub Section (3) of Section of the Special Commodity Levy Act, No.48 of 2007.
The goods affected by this decision include various everyday items such as butter, dates, yogurt, grapes (both fresh and dried), apples, salmon, herrings, and big onions.
This action is part of the government’s comprehensive strategy to address economic challenges and ensure fiscal stability.
President Wickremesinghe has emphasized the importance of these measures in tackling economic concerns and maintaining the nation’s financial well-being.
