Customs and administrative cooperation. 1. In order to ensure compliance with the provisions of this Title, and effectively respond to the objectives laid down in Article 27, the Parties shall: (a) exchange information concerning customs legislation and procedures; (b) develop joint initiatives relating to import, export and transit procedures, as well as towards ensuring an effective service to the business community; (c) cooperate on the automation of customs and other trade procedures and collaborate, where appropriate towards the establishment of common standards for the exchange of data; (d) establish as far as possible, common positions in international organisations in the field of customs such as the WTO, WCO, UN and UNCTAD; (e) cooperate in the planning and delivery of technical assistance, notably to facilitate customs and Trade Facilitation reforms in line with the provisions of this agreement; and (f) promote co-ordination between all related agencies, both internally and across borders. 2. Notwithstanding paragraph 1, the administrations of both Parties shall provide mutual administrative assistance in customs matters in accordance with the provisions of Protocol 1.
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