Question

Describe the objectives of the World Customs Organization SAFE framework?

Answer 1

The Objectives of the World Customs Organization SAFE framework are:

1. Establish standards (supply chain security) + (facilitation) -> certainty and predictability
2. Enable integrated and harmonized supply chain management.
3. Enhance the role, functions and capabilities of Customs to meet the challenges and opportunities of the 21st Century.
4. Strengthen co-operation between Customs administrations to improve their capability to detect high-risk consignments.
5. Strengthen co-operation between Customs administrations, for example through exchange of information, mutual recognition of controls, mutual recognition of Authorized Economic Operators (AEOs), and mutual administrative assistance.
6. Strengthen co-operation between Customs administrations and other Government agencies involved in international trade and security such as single window
7. Strengthen Customs/Business co-operation.
8. Promote the seamless movement of goods through secure international trade supply chains.