Sri Lanka, Aug. 24 -- Sri Lanka's total government revenue experienced a notable surge in the first six months of 2026, driven by the reopening of the vehicle import market after several years and the corresponding collection of tax revenues, according to the latest Finance Ministry data.Sri Lanka News

Government revenue and grants grew by 27.1% from January to June 2026 compared to the same period in 2025. Total revenue for the first six months reached Rs.2.956 trillion, representing 55.8% of the annual target of Rs. 5.3 trillion projected for 2026.

Discover more South Asians & Diaspora Politics World News Section Excluding grants, government revenue alone rose by 27%, from Rs.2,321.7 billion in the first half of 2025 to Rs.2,954.2 bil...