DILI, 27 january 2023 (TATOLI)- Timor-Leste’s Customs Authority (CA) committed to improving digital services to facilitate public access in 2023.
The commitment was conveyed by the Commissioner of the Customs Authority, José António Fatima Abílio in celebration of the 23rd anniversary of CA.
Commissioner of the Customs Authority, José António Fatima Abílio explained that from this celebration AA looked back at what had not been done to improve and continue the mission going forward, especially entering the modern era where everything is digital, can broaden knowledge, especially for the younger generation.
“We also want to modernize Customs service on digitalization to attract foreign investors because digitalization will boost service which does not take much time,” explained José António Abílio to Tatoli in a celebration held in the Cathedral Hall, this thursday.
This year the WCO “World Customs Organization” is dedicating 2023 to bringing up the next generation: promoting a culture of knowledge sharing and professional pride in Customs. WCO members will have the opportunity to showcase their efforts and activities in this domain.
Abílio revealed that this theme was chosen because so far, boredom is a very specific field, a field that cannot be found in many universities but is only intended for special schools.
“For this reason, it is time for us to provide information to young people to get to know about childcare services and with both of today’s celebrations. We invite representatives from various universities to take part in this outreach,” he said
The world gratuities on World Customs Day commemorate the anniversary of the first session of the WCO (World Customs Organization), held in 1953. Customs Day is celebrated to spread awareness about the role of customs authorities in the smooth flow of goods across borders.
It is known that the history of the World Customs Organization (WCO) begins in 1947 when thirteen European governments represented in the Economic Cooperation Committee formed the Study Group.
The WCO has 184 members, three-quarters of which are developing countries, responsible for managing more than 98% of world trade.
Journalist: José Belarmino De Sá
Editor: Nelia B.
