The global phenomenon of economic, cultural, political and technological exchange has generated a significant increase in the flow of goods and services, which in turn poses important changes in the field of customs. These changes are issues that require deep reflection.
In this framework, the Customs Law Congress will bring together 20 experts from Argentina and abroad to address the topic "Customs control in globalization”. This event, organized by the Customs Law Diploma of the Universidad Austral—recognized in various rankings as the best private institution in the Argentine Republic—will take place on Monday, October 14, from 9 a.m. to 18 p.m., at Cerrito 1250, CABA.
This Congress will also be broadcast live via streaming. The accreditation process will begin at 9:30, along with a virtual waiting room for those participating via Zoom. opening The formal ceremony will take place at 10:00, with welcoming remarks and a presentation by Dr. Horacio F. Alais (Director of the Diploma in Customs Law). Afterwards, Mr. Andrés Rohde Ponce, President of the International Academy of Customs Law, will offer an introduction. Finally, Dr. Eduardo Mallea, Director General of Customs, will present a lecture on the most relevant topics in the current customs field.
After its opening, the meeting will be divided into four panels with the participation of invited specialists from Argentina, Uruguay and Chile to develop the following topics: “Customs control today, the recommendations of the WCO and the globalized world”, “Customs control in the areas of valuation, risky goods and people. Evaluation of efficiency and effectiveness”, “Customs control, international panel” and “Customs control in the light of jurisprudential interpretation. Evolution, conflicts, need for a reform of customs criminal types?”
Faced with this scenario, Customs News has considered it pertinent to consult the Director of the Diploma in Customs Law, Horace Alais, and its Coordinator, Santiago Alais.
-How is globalization defined and what is its impact on customs control?
-On the concept of globalization Much has been said and written about it, but in essence it can be argued that it is a political, economic, technological, social and cultural process on a global scale that links countries and regions, fostered by the immediacy of communication, more efficient logistical services, and the exchange of knowledge at a cultural and educational level.
-What role does customs law play in this process of globalized economy?
-Customs have not been immune to this movement, as the increase in goods and services has been exponential.
New forms of exchange are thus emerging. To cite an example, in the European Union, the development of postal shipments exceeds the total of normal imports made via destinations. In this framework, this movement affects the work of customs since it requires immediacy, facilitation of customs control routines; but on the other hand, it implies a challenge to improve their controls and access to information precisely because of the networks and access that are made possible to data, allowing for more secure traceability.
The world has become smaller, and access to information is instantaneous. The future will lead to unifications of destinations, data flow, and even a possible disappearance of professional activities.
The trend of this situation is to generate that the exporter has to send the data that will be endorsed by the importer so that the customs computer system - through an appropriate algorithm - processes, classifies, verifies the valuations, liquidates and generates the payment of the taxes that may correspond. It will also validate the authorizations of other organizations that have to intervene, so that when the means of transport arrives the merchandise is automatically released.
-What is the relevance of training in customs law in this situation?
-In a globalized economy, customs performs a service and facilitates trade. Therefore, in a framework of free trade, customs cannot be a barrier that increases costs. On the other hand, this control work must be professionalized, which implies training and suitability.
The WCO (World Customs Organization) talks about the invisibility of customs control, that is, a control that is not visible, but effective. This paradigm shift requires training of its staff and it is essential to have new technological tools and management provided by artificial intelligence, routines and realistic risk analysis.
As can be seen, this situation will be a challenge and it is clear that this model will also lead to a change in the function and control of customs.
The Congress on Customs Law therefore emerges as a valuable opportunity. This event will not only be a space for the exchange of ideas and experiences on the challenges and opportunities that globalization presents in customs control, but will also offer training opportunities for those working in the customs field.
We invite professionals and stakeholders involved in this sector to actively participate.
- Access the site for pre-registration: https://www.austral.edu.ar/derecho/posgrados/derecho-tributario/congreso-de-derecho-aduanero/
- Download a PDF of the agenda:
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