The CEOs of Free Zone Organizations have been appointed as heads of task forces for the prevention and confrontation of smuggling of goods and currency in the relevant areas. The Secretary of the Central Headquarters for Combating Smuggling of Goods and Currency has assigned this responsibility to the mentioned managers to ensure more effective oversight of the implementation of legal obligations in this field.
Main Goals of Appointing Free Zone Managers
The aim of this appointment is to strengthen executive capacities and coordination among various institutions to prevent smuggling of goods and currency in the Free Zones. These task forces will be responsible for monitoring and following up on economic and commercial activities in these areas, and it is expected that with the establishment of this structure, more effective actions will be taken to combat smuggling.
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Emphasis on Inter-Organizational Cooperation
The Secretary of the Central Headquarters for Combating Smuggling of Goods and Currency emphasized the necessity of close cooperation among government organizations, regulatory bodies, and the private sector. This cooperation is essential to improve oversight conditions and increase transparency in economic transactions in the Free Zones. Additionally, Free Zone managers will be required to provide periodic reports on their performance in this regard.
Given the economic conditions and the increase in smuggling in the country, this action can be seen as a positive step towards improving the economic situation and preventing financial losses resulting from smuggling of goods and currency. It is expected that with the implementation of these new programs, better management of the entry and exit of goods and currencies in these areas will be facilitated.
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