The main objective of this publication is to provide trade statistics with ready-to-use reference guide on the details of export and import statistics to national and international users. The publication includes data aggregation and data compilation both at national and international levels. Import of goods to Sri Lanka 2022 Published by Aaron O'Neill Aaron O'Neill Research expert covering historical data Get in touch with us now , Jun 22, 2023 The statistic shows the value Given Sri Lanka's population of 22.4 million people, its total $17.3 billion in 2022 imports translates to roughly $770 in yearly product demand from every person in the island nation. That dollar metric falls below the average $800 per capita during 2021. Sri Lanka's Top 10 Imports Overview The merchandise trade balance recorded a surplus in June 2022 for the first time since August 2002, reflecting the impact of historically high monthly export earnings and the continued decline in import expenditure. Sri Lanka's economy has been hit hard by multiple crises, leading to a debt default and severe economic shock in 2022. This resulted in a deep recession in 2022 (-7.8 per cent GDP growth rate) and while some signs of stabilization are evident later in 2023, the crisis continues to hit the economy hard, especially MSMEs. 2.1 New provisions announced in the year 2022 2.2 Improving the Imports and Exports policy of Sri Lanka 2.3 Issuance of Imports Exports Licenses 2.4 Data review of licenses issued in the last 5 years 2.5 Payment terms and orders of Imports and Exports 2.6 Inquiry Point 35 Chapter 3 - Overall Finacial Performance of the Year 36 .

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