U.S.-Italy customs agencies deepen border cooperation on supply chain security
U.S. and Italian customs officials meet in Washington, D.C. to reinforce a long-running partnership on trade enforcement and border security. The talks focus on illicit trafficking, synthetic drugs, e-commerce oversight and stronger information-sharing between the two administrations.
Highlights
- U.S. CBP Commissioner Rodney S. Scott and Italian Customs Director Roberto Alesse met in Washington to strengthen bilateral operational cooperation and information sharing.
- The agencies committed to enhancing risk analysis, supply chain security, countering synthetic drugs, and improving the professional capabilities of customs officers.
- Closer collaboration with economic operators and e-commerce stakeholders aims to boost supply chain transparency and improve risk-based customs controls.
Washington talks expand enforcement agenda
According to U.S. Customs and Border Protection, CBP Commissioner Rodney S. Scott and Italian Customs and Monopolies Agency Director Roberto Alesse hold talks in Washington within the framework of longstanding cooperation between the two agencies.The two sides reaffirm their commitment to protecting the international supply chain, combating illicit trafficking and supporting legitimate trade. They also agree to strengthen operational cooperation and information exchange, with particular attention to risk analysis, supply chain security, countering synthetic drugs and improving the professional capabilities of customs personnel.
Focus on trade flows and e-commerce controls
The meeting also highlights closer cooperation with economic operators and major e-commerce stakeholders, as both agencies seek to improve supply chain transparency and make risk-based customs controls more effective.Officials describe the discussions as taking place in a cordial and mutually trusting atmosphere, underscoring what both sides call strong bilateral relations and a shared commitment to continued cooperation on issues of strategic interest to the U.S. and Italy.
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