UN ECE WCO Conference 13 November 2003.ppt

John.Pulford@cec.eu.int UN ECE / WCO Conference 13 November 2003 an E C approach to security by John Pulford AN EU APPROACH ON SECURITY I. Enlargement II. New Community initiatives I. ENLARGEMENT 25 countries acting as one New neighbours Need equal protection at all points Transit traffic PROPOSED COMMUNITY APPROACH Develop a common framework to combat terrorism Support the international efforts to improve security Customs should share responsibilities Working with business II. NEW COMMUNITY INITIATIVES  External border security Communication Legislation Electronic customs Communication Pilot projects Numerous transport initiatives EXTERNAL BORDER SECURITY Rationalised controls Community approach to Risk Management Sharing responsibilities Resources LEGISLATIVE PROPOSAL Introduce risk management Authorised operator Harmonising pre-arrival / pre-departure information SUMMARY DECLARATION Made electronically 24 hours in advance Common data elements May use commercial data Communicated between Customs offices Work on basis of notification and access to traders’ system ELECTRONIC CUSTOMS Some key elements : Standardised approach for data Improved links for business Saving time and money for approved traders Gives greater supply chain security AIMING AT BETTER CONTROLS All Member States performing selection based on risk management backed up by modern IT systems Trade getting benefits in return for security investment More standardised approach Single Window Reinforced export controls PRACTICAL RESULTS REQUIRED Clear and uniform data requirements Clear responsibility for collection and availability of data Facilitation for secure traders Better controls due to improved risk management Greater use of new technologies (scanners, electronic seals etc.) CONCLUSIONS Providing Security in the EU requires a complete circle of actions : Commonly agreed and supported standards for information etc. Commonly agreed control approach Co-operatio