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1 WCO Instruments for Single Window implementation Workshop on Cross-Border Trade Facilitation and Single Window Implementation in Northeast Asia April 2017 Vladivostok, Russian Federation Armen Manukyan TA World Customs Organization

Smart Clearance Data Security and Protection Vision Vision

Continuity Plan DIGITAL CUSTOMS MATURITY MODEL Initiate

information Office Automation Digital Strategy Implement

clearance Dematerialization of supporting documents Legal

harmonization Pre-arrival processing Risk Management

, Integrated Declaration; Integrated e- Payment System

System Joint Inspection Management Mobile Apps ICT

clearance Exchange of information with partner government

Cross-border Exchange of information Embark Development of

3 Smart Clearance Data Security and Protection Vision Vision Efficient Risk Management Effective Controls Business Continuity Plan DIGITAL CUSTOMS MATURITY MODEL Initiate Data capture of transactions Website Publication of information Office Automation Digital Strategy Implement Data Standardization E-processing of declarations and clearance Dematerialization of supporting documents Legal Basis Consolidate Advance electronic information Data harmonization Pre-arrival processing Risk Management Systems Post Clearance Audit Governance Structure Engage e-cbm Integration of e- services, e.g., Integrated Declaration; Integrated e- Payment System Interactive services Joint targeting/ Risk Management System Joint Inspection Management Mobile Apps ICT Infrastructure Enhance E-commerce solutions Automated 24*7 clearance Exchange of information with partner government agencies Development of Single Window Environment Cross-border Exchange of information Embark Development of GNC Utility Blocks Mutual Recognition NII Image Interoperability Inter-operability of Single Windows Use of emerging technologies, e.g., drones Skills set & Competencies of Personnel Maturity

processing Limit information to that necessary for compliance with Customs law Electronic submission of

4 CONVENTIONS RKC: Blueprint for Modern Customs Administration) International Convention on the Simplification & Harmonization of Customs Procedures 1999 Risk Management & Audit controls Pre-arrival processing Limit information to that necessary for compliance with Customs law Electronic submission of declarations and supporting documents Use of international standards Copyright 2016, World Customs Organization 4

5 CONVENTIONS RKC Principles o The General Annex recommends all key elements that a modern customs should apply:» Standards, simplified customs procedures and practices» Continuous development and improvement of customs control techniques» Maximum use of information technology» Partnership approach between customs and trade CHAPTERS OF THE GENERAL ANNEX 1. General principles 2. Definitions 3. Clearance and other Customs formalities 4. Duties and taxes 5. Security 6. Customs control 7. Application of information technology 8. Relationship between the Customs and third parties 9. Information, decisions and rulings supplied by Customs 10. Appeals in Customs matters Copyright 2017, World Customs Organization 5

6 RKC Specific Annexes o o o o o Cover different aspects of Customs procedures Contain Chapters which deal with specific procedures Acceptance of one or more of the Specific Annexes/Chapter(s) optional Contain Standards and Recommended Practices No reservations permitted to Standards CONVENTIONS Specific Annex A: Arrival of goods in a Customs territory B: Importation C: Exportation D: Customs warehouses and free zones E: Transit F: Processing G: Temporary admission H: Offences J: Special procedures K: Origin copyright WCO

CBM HANDBOOK The coordinated approach by border control agencies, both domestic and international, in the context of seeking greater efficiencies over managing trade and travel flows, while

7 CBM HANDBOOK The coordinated approach by border control agencies, both domestic and international, in the context of seeking greater efficiencies over managing trade and travel flows, while maintaining a balance with compliance requirements Structured approach to border management Effective delivery of services and infrastructure Ability to address strategic issues across the border sector More efficient use of human resources Risk management Stakeholder benefits Copyright 2016, World Customs Organization 7

8 Core Principles of CBM Shared Information Eliminates duplications in info requirements each information only needs to be submitted once Allows all personnel have the info they need to do their work effectively Shared Resource Reduces costs through sharing resources between different agencies NII equipment, inspection bays, offices, IT systems Co-location allows everyone to work under one roof, enhancing communication and availability Shared Work Agencies empowered to assist each other. E.g. customs empowered to conduct checks on behalf of CBRAs, in a joint border post, customs from either country can clear imports / exports Shared Responsibilities Common sense of purpose and vision among all agencies at the border. Facilitation coordinated between all agencies, controls determined holistically Copyright 2016, World Customs Organization 8

9 Introduction to the WCO SW Compendium Single Window Concept Collaboration mindset Stakeholder consultation Strategic planning Policy Convergence Strategic Business Case for Single Window Approach Business case for the preferred Single Window Project(s) Single Window Initiative Political mandate Governance structures Program Management Project Formulation Single Window Environment Project Implementation SW Services Operational Change Management Performance management Single Window Project Implementation Review & Feedback Incubation & strategic Planning Copyright 2016, World Customs Organization Establishment & Consolidation Development, Implementation, Evaluation & 9

WCO DM and SWE» Library of regulatory data

regulatory agencies controlling export, import and

12 WCO DM and SWE» Library of regulatory data requirements that consists of standardized and reusable components, to meet the procedural and legal needs of Customs and its partner cross-border regulatory agencies controlling export, import and transit transactions Copyright 2016, World Customs Organization 12

13 WCO DM and SWE o History» Initiated by the G7 in 1996» To expedite export and Import process between themselves by: Simplifying data requirement Eliminate redundancy of information requirement Improve data quality» Transferred to the WCO to gain international exposure o Since version 3 covered Single Window Requirement in additions to Customs.» Further developed and maintained by the Data Model Project Team» Meets regularly 3-4 times a year, Next meeting will be in May 2017» DMPT is an Open meeting for WCO Member Administrations, IOs, IGOs, as well as private sector» DMPT underway the development activities in the Session (offline) and in the intersession through online facility. Copyright 2016, World Customs Organization WCO Governing Bodies Permanent Technical Committee (PTC) Information Management Sub Committee (IMSC) Data Model Project Team (DMPT) 13

Single Window and WCO DM WCO DM to be considered as the authoritative source of B2G and G2G data Administrations contributed participating agencies Single Window requirements Representatives of

14 Single Window and WCO DM WCO DM to be considered as the authoritative source of B2G and G2G data Administrations contributed participating agencies Single Window requirements Representatives of participating agencies took part in deliberations directly or indirectly Transport Maritime/IMO, IATA, IRU Agriculture Environment (Basel Convention) Sanitary-phytosanitary Copyright 2016, World Customs Organization 14

15 o Top Benefits Single Window and WCO DM» Reduces costs to trade by simplifying data requirements» Improves reporting and compliance by improving the quality of data.» Meets requirements of several international conventions. Is aligned with widely used international standards (UN/EDIFACT,UN/LOCODE,GOVCBR, ISO etc)» Enables Single Window implementation Can be used as the basis for Data Harmonization Includes data requirements from Customs, food, agriculture, environment & marine safety, as well as SPS Provides an electronic messaging solution for Single Window Copyright 2016, World Customs Organization 15

16 WCO DM USE WORLDWIDE S P M IP NA Total Number of Countries % of Total Number S: Information systems used by the Member have been checked for conformance. Tables showing conformance with the WCO Data Model have been shared with the WCO Secretariat P: Projects involving the use of the WCO Data Model are underway or have been completed. M: Mappings of data elements of national information systems with the WCO Data Model have been produced and (in some cases) shared with the WCO Secretariat. IP: A "My Information Package" has been published by the Member. (Since this is recently introduced concept, Members are still working on it). NA: Information regarding conformance with the WCO Data Model is not available. Copyright 2016, World Customs Organization 16

17 WCO activities in the area of Single Window Implementation. The WCO has developed a number of instruments and tools, which respond to Members needs as regards TFA implementation. The WCO is continuing to develop and fine-tune an inter-active guidance tool designed to help Customs implement the TFA. Examples of WCO tools and instruments Copyright 2016, World Customs Organization 17

18 WCO activities in the area of Single Window Implementation. WCO Missions in Missions related to the facilitation of cross-border trade 88 Member supporting missions in format of national, regional workshops including consultancy and diagnostic missions on implementation of SWE Cooperation with international stakeholders Harmonization of the standards on international level CITES, ICAO, IMO, UNECE: UN/EDIFACT Working Group as regards e-business standardization and UN/CEFACT's activities in the area of trade facilitation, UPU, IATA, ICC, ISO Two Global/Regional accreditation workshops 2017/2018 GLOBAL/REGIONAL Copyright 2016, World Customs Organization 18

WCO activities in the area of Single Window Implementation Update of the WCO SW Compendium On how to build a Single Window Environment 2017 To improve the use of the Compendium as a tool for the

19 WCO activities in the area of Single Window Implementation Update of the WCO SW Compendium On how to build a Single Window Environment 2017 To improve the use of the Compendium as a tool for the implementation of a Single Window Solutions To address the new challenges and developments in the area of cross-border trade To enhance the repository of best practices with regards to business processes Single Window Interactive Map Survey on E-services in the Single Window Environment Status: in phase of development Single Window E-learning modules 2017 Status: in phase of development Copyright 2016, World Customs Organization 19

21 Thank you Armen Manukyan

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