Import of several commodities temporarily restricted

The government has decided to restrict imports of identified commodities to reduce the pressure on the exchange rate and the financial market with the outbreak of the COVID-19 virus.

The Controller General of Imports and Exports has issued a gazette notification with a list of imported items that have been imposed restrictions upon.

Accordingly, the import of agricultural products such as peanuts – except basmati rice -, locally manufactured goods, plastic products, and other non-essential items has been temporarily suspended.

In addition, the import of building materials, electrical and electronic components, wheat flour and other identified items is permitted only on a credit basis.

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