Wimal Liyanagama Appointed as New Director General of Sri Lanka Customs 📈

• Leadership Change: The Cabinet of Ministers has officially appointed Wimal S.K. Liyanagama as the Director General of Sri Lanka Customs, effective from May 6, 2026. • Professional Background: Liyanagama is a Special Grade Officer of the Sri Lanka Administrative Service (SLAS). He previously served as the Director General of the Department of Management Services at the Treasury, bringing extensive experience in fiscal management to the role. • Succession: He succeeds Seevali Arukgoda, who retired from the post on May 5, 2026. • Economic Context: This appointment is critical for trade facilitation and revenue collection, as the Customs department remains a primary contributor to the national treasury and oversees the flow of key exports such as apparel and tea.