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UNIT1

RUSSIAN CUSTOMS

IV.. Protection of society

Aim: to protect society by the enforcement of prohibitions and restrictions on the international movement of goods while minimizing the impact of illicit trade and international travel.

Objectives: to improve the effectiveness of drug enforcement, with particular emphasis on commercial smuggling and disrupting the international supply of drugs; to improve the effectiveness of enforcement action against paedophile materials, arms, strategic exports, etc. V. Trade Statistics

Aim: to compile and supply trade statistics of the right quality to a timetable which meets the needs of users with the minimum inconvenience to businesses.

Objectives: to achieve the targets for timeliness, compliance by businesses and accuracy. VI. Other key international objectives and operational support objectives.

Key priority: maintain anti-drug activities.

Objective: to prevent the importation of drugs to a street value of...

8. ©© Study the following text:

New Zealand Customs Service National Call Centre was opened in 1996. The Call Centre has been designed to answer all general enquiries from clients by employing experienced Customs officers and supporting their experience with a computer based business support tool which covers details like exchange rates, tariff, publications, contracts, prohibitions, etc. The tool provides quick access to information, assisting in answering all general enquiries.

Now, imagine you opened such a telephone line in your Customs. What are your answers to the following' questions:

1. How do I import a motor vehicle?

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