The information was disclosed in the External Sector Performance Report for August 2025, which shows a significant increase in vehicle import expenditure compared to previous years. According to the report, August 2025 recorded the highest monthly expenditure of US$ 255.7 million, reflecting a sharp rise in demand after the easing of import restrictions.
Monthly spending on vehicle imports in 2025 has steadily increased, beginning with US$ 29.1 million in January and US$ 22.3 million in February, before jumping to US$ 54.0 million in March.
The upward trend continued with US$ 145.6 million in April, US$ 125.2 million in May, US$ 169.6 million in June, and US$ 206.0 million in July, culminating in August’s record figure.
