Brussels, 04/12/2003 (Agence Europe) - On 29 November the EU and India signed an agreement covering mutual cooperation and administrative assistance in the field of customs. This agreement, which must still be formally adopted by the Council, aims to simplify customs procedures, facilitating trade, and establish a suitable legal framework to strengthen the fight against fraud and irregularities. It is largely based on the provisions in this field between the EU and its main trading partners...