Customs Affairs grants Alba Economic Operator Certificate

Manama, Nov. 15 (BNA): President of Customs Affairs, Shaikh Ahmed bin Hamad Al Khalifa, has granted the Authorised Economic Operator Certificate to Bahrain Aluminium Company (Alba) for meeting the criteria and conditions of the programme. The programme is defined as one of the participating party in the movement of international trade in a manner that conforms to international customs regulations or to equivalent adopted standards of supply chain security. The economic operator includes importers, exporters, manufacturers, brokers, transportation companies, ports, airports, ports operators, warehouses, and distributors. Therefore, it is considered one of the most important means of facilitating international trade and enhancing customs control, which is regarded as part of the World Customs Organization (WCO) SAFE Framework of Standards. Its implementation is considered an essential factor in enhancing customs work performance, increasing cooperation between Customs Affairs and the private sector, encouraging investment through creating an appropriate investment environment and encouraging investors to adhere to customs requirements and international security standards. (MOI)