Sri Lanka, Oct. 24 -- The Court of Appeal today ordered Sri Lanka Customs to promptly conclude the investigation into the motor capacities of BYD vehicles currently detained by customs.

President of the Court of Appeal Justice Rohantha Abeysuriya stated in open court that while it is important for Sri Lanka Customs to collect tax revenue for the national economy, the court must also consider the interests of the vehicle buyers and importing companies.

He instructed the petitioner to cooperate with the investigation to facilitate its swift conclusion, said Ada Derana reporter.

The statement was made during proceedings on a petition filed by a private company seeking the release of its vehicles detained by Sri Lanka Customs.

During the ...