TOKYO — Japanese used car exports to Sri Lanka jumped in value to 46.9 billion yen ($318 million) in the January-June period, approaching a new high for half-year export figures after the South Asian country resumed auto imports in February following a five-year ban.
Value of pre-owned vehicles imported from Japan hit $318m in 1st half
Used cars from Japan are popular in Sri Lanka, where traffic also runs on the left-hand side. (Photo obtained by Nikkei)
HATSUKI SATO
August 18, 2025 09:30 JST