- The European Commission released new guidance to boost cooperation between customs and businesses against illicit trade and organized crime.
- The guidance promotes whistleblowing, 24/7 contact points, and proactive reporting by all businesses, not just Authorised Economic Operators (AEOs).
- It encourages secure, anonymous reporting channels and continuous dialogue to adapt to evolving criminal tactics.
- The guidance is non-binding but prepares for future legal frameworks, aiming for greater transparency and information exchange.
- The initiative fosters shared responsibility, helping businesses disrupt illicit flows and benefit from safer, smoother trade.
Source: taxation-customs.ec.europa.eu
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