Common use of Customs Co-operation Clause in Contracts

Customs Co-operation. 1. To the extent permitted by its domestic law, the customs administration of each Party may, as deemed appropriate, assist the customs administration of each other Party, in relation to: (a) the implementation and operation of this Chapter; (b) developing and implementing customs best practice and risk management techniques; (c) providing, where possible, prior notice of changes to laws, regulations, and relevant procedures and guidelines that would affect the operation of this Agreement; (d) simplifying and harmonising customs procedures; (e) advancing technical skills and the use of technology; and (f) application of the Agreement on Customs Valuation. 2. Subject to available resources, the customs administrations of the Parties may, as deemed appropriate, explore and undertake co-operation projects, including: (a) capacity building programmes to enhance the capability of customs personnel of ASEAN Member States; and (b) technical assistance programmes to facilitate the Parties’ development and implementation of Single Windows.

Customs Co-operation. 1. To the extent permitted by its domestic law, the customs administration of each Party may, as deemed appropriate, assist the customs administration of each other Party, in relation to: (a) the implementation and operation of this Chapter; (b) developing and implementing customs best practice and risk management techniques; (c) providing, where possible, prior notice of changes to laws, regulations, and relevant procedures and guidelines that would affect the operation of this Agreement; (d) simplifying and harmonising customs procedures; (e) advancing technical skills and the use of technology; and (f) application of the Agreement on Customs Valuation. 2. Subject to available resources, the customs administrations of the Parties may, as deemed appropriate, explore and undertake co-co- operation projects, including: (a) capacity building programmes to enhance the capability of customs personnel of ASEAN Member States; and (b) technical assistance programmes to facilitate the Parties’ ' development and implementation of Single Windows.