Each month, the Regional Vice-Presidency of the World Customs Organization presents customs administrations, their authorities and work vision to share their efforts within the Americas and the Caribbean. In June, the publication highlighted to Canada, the country located at the top of North America.
Among the most relevant achievements of the Canada Border Services Agency (ASFC in French or CBSA in English) in charge of Fred Gaspar, is the commitment to customs modernization, for which it uses the potential of technology, data and innovation. These advances allow improving the security and prosperity of one of the largest countries in the world, with a territory covering almost 9 million square kilometers, employing more than 14.000 public agents and offers 24 hour service at 117 land border crossings and 13 international airports.
Particularities of success
The Vice President of the Commercial and Business Branch of the ASFC deepened the pillars of success of your management In an extensive interview with the newsletter, Fred Gaspar said that his organization fosters a work culture in which employees are encouraged to understand the commercial and political interests of trade stakeholders, while promoting horizontal cooperation and the use of new technologies.
Regarding how Canada has turned Customs into a change-making entity, the ASFC Vice-President highlighted five key areas: transformation measures: the use of data analytics, automation of business operations, strengthening collaborations and partnerships with clients in the internal and external trade chain; in addition, strengthening legal business frameworks and building a strong workforce.
On the other hand, when referring to the challenges Speaking about the challenges faced by Canadian Customs during the COVID-19 pandemic and the actions it has taken, Fred Gaspar was blunt: “The ASFC has been experiencing similar challenges as other customs administrations…” In this regard, he said: “Maintaining the flow of commercial goods across our border remains a key priority.” He highlighted the work of employees to respond to increased postal and courier volumes, as well as the emphasis on accelerating modernization to mitigate health risks and strengthen security.
In conclusion, the Vice President of the Border Services Agency assured that Canada continues “working hard to build a more agile and digital border of the future.”
To close the publication, the Regional Vice-Presidency of WCO presented the country's trade profile, sharing information published by the World Trade Organization.
Currently, the countries highlighted include: Antigua and Barbuda, Chile, El Salvador, Honduras, Mexico, Panama, Dominican Republic and Uruguay.Newsletter «Featured Country Canada»)
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