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To reduce economic pressure caused by the rising value of the US dollar and to control vehicle imports, the government increased customs duty rates. However, the Customs Department has stated that imports have not decreased as expected. Senior Director and Customs Department spokesperson Chandana Punchihewa made this statement during a recent media briefing. 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