TIRANA, June 5 /ATA/ The Customs Administration participated in the 31st meeting of the CEFTA Subcommittee on Customs and Rules of Origin, held in Sarajevo, where participating countries reaffirmed their commitment to accelerating customs modernization and digital transformation across the region.
During the meeting, participants reviewed progress in implementing the revised PEM Convention and discussed next steps for developing electronic certificates of origin (e-PoC), advancing Authorized Economic Operator (AEO) programs, and implementing the CEFTA SEED+ project, which aims to strengthen data sharing and cooperation among customs administrations in the region.
The discussions also focused on fully electronic procedures, pre-arrival data processing, risk management, and measures to reduce customs clearance times, with the aim of creating faster, more transparent, and more efficient processes for the business community.
Participants emphasized the importance of digital transformation and the harmonization of customs procedures as key elements for facilitating regional trade and enhancing economic competitiveness.
The Customs Administration reaffirmed its commitment to strengthening regional cooperation and accelerating alignment with the standards of the European Union in the field of customs, with a focus on facilitating trade and ensuring the security of the supply chain.
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