Sri Lanka: Elimination of import duty on malt extract
Description
On 25 November 2009, the government of Sri Lanka exempted malt extract from all import duties. Until further notice, malt extract can be imported duty free.
Any Evidence-Based Deliberation:
| Question | Result |
|---|---|
| Is there anything in the public record to suggest that evidence of the effectiveness of the proposed measure was considered during official deliberations? | |
| Is there any evidence that alternatives to the proposed measure were considered? | |
| Is there anything in the public record that suggests that empirical evidence informed the comparison across the alternatives available to government? | |
| Was such evidence identified? | |
| Is such evidence publicly available? | |
| Did the official decision-maker in question provide an explanation as to why a chosen measure was favoured over alternatives? | |
| Is there any evidence to suggest that potentially affected trading partners were consulted before the measures were taken? | |
| Is there any evidence that safeguards have been put in place to ensure that implementation of the initiative is transparent and non-discriminatory? | |
| Did the government state its intention to review the measure within one year of implementation? |
Date Discovered:
Implemented: Yes
Date of inception: 25 Nov 2009
GTA Evaluation: Green
Source:
Customs Sri Lanka. (2009). Waiver of Import Duty Of Malt Extract. Available at http://www.customs.gov.lk/news/WAIVERMALT.pdf
Government Response:
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