Twenty-three shipping organisations launched an appeal for smarter, faster and more secure border management on Thursday 23 January to mark World Customs Day 2025. In their view, the Union Customs Code review that is currently underway is an opportunity for transformative customs reform that can enhance trade, security and economic resilience (see EUROPE 13543/23).
“While trade drives the EU economy, current excessive administrative burdens, including fragmented customs processes and complex regulations, hinder the efficient movement of goods and reduce EU competitiveness”, Joe Kramek, President and CEO of the World Shipping Council, pointed out in a press release.
The industry statement emphasises the importance of harnessing advanced technologies such as artificial intelligence and building trusted partnerships with the private sector to strengthen risk management, combat illicit trade and ensure the seamless movement of legitimate goods.
Read the statement: https://aeur.eu/f/f6k (Original version in French by Anne Damiani)