Sri Lanka, April 24 -- Two foreign nationals were arrested in the early hours of today (24) by Sri Lanka Customs officials at Bandaranaike International Airport (BIA) for attempting to smuggle a consignment of cigarettes manufactured in China into the country.

The suspects were apprehended while attempting to exit through the 'Green Channel' of the arrivals terminal at BIA, which is designated for passengers with no items to declare, with the consignment of cigarettes valued at Rs. 4.26 million, said Ada Derana reporter.

The arrested individuals have been identified as two Bangladeshi nationals, aged 35 and 53, who are engaged in labour work.

Initial customs investigations have revealed that a Chinese national had purchased the consign...