The World Customs Organization reported on Monday (06.11.2023) that El Salvador deposited the instrument of accession to the International Convention on the Simplification and Harmonization of Customs Procedures (Revised Kyoto Convention).
The Revised Kyoto Convention, which entered into force on 3 February 2006, now has 135 Contracting Parties (out of 185 WCO Members) and is considered a model for modern and efficient customs procedures.
“On the opening day of the 32nd meeting of the Management Committee of the Revised Kyoto Convention, Dr. Kunio Mikuriya, Secretary General of the World Customs Organization (WCO), in its capacity as depositary of the Convention, He received the Instrument of Accession “The accession of the Republic of El Salvador to the International Convention on the Simplification and Harmonization of Customs Procedures (Revised Kyoto Convention) by Ms. Alejandra Girón, Chargé d'Affaires, Embassy of El Salvador, Brussels, Belgium, at the WCO Headquarters in Brussels, Belgium,” the WCO wrote in a press release. With this accession, the Republic of El Salvador becomes the 135th Contracting Party.
Some of the key elements of the Convention include the application of simplified customs procedures in a predictable and transparent environment, maximum use of information technology, utilization of risk management, a strong partnership with trade and other stakeholders, and an easily accessible appeals system.
In this regard, the Secretary-General welcomed the Republic of El Salvador to the family of the Revised Kyoto Convention and noted, by adhering to the instrument, that “El Salvador will serve as a notable example, not only for Central America, but also worldwide.” He highlighted the continued innovation and modernization in El Salvador, as well as the deeper cooperation and coordination of the Customs Union between El Salvador, Guatemala and Honduras, which has improved its competitiveness and efficiency in revenue collection, trade facilitation and risk management, as well as protecting society from illicit trade.
According to Adriana Mira, Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs of El Salvador, the accession, one of the first in Central America, is a testament to its commitment to facilitate international trade and promote economic growth through modern and efficient customs management.
The Republic of El Salvador has been a member of the WCO since July 7, 2005. As such, it belongs to the Customs Region of South America, North America, Central America and the Caribbean.WCO News)
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