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ASYCUDA Single Window Concept Validated by the Trade Community in Fiji
Fiji is taking a significant stride towards simplifying and harmonizing its trade procedures through a National Single Window System.
To assist Fiji in developing a Single Window, ASYCUDA, as part of the European Union (EU) funded Improving Pacific Islands Customs and Trade (IMPACT) Project, developed the Blueprint for the Fiji National Single Window (FNSW). This serves as a comprehensive roadmap guiding the implementation of this efficient trade facilitation mechanism.
The FNSW System will improve efficiency, reduce costs, increase transparency, and improve competitiveness by reducing the number of manual processes carried out by each agency involved in the trade clearance process. It will also provide a centralized platform for traders to submit trade-related information and documents.
The validation workshop held on 27 June 2023 provided an opportunity for all relevant stakeholders including government agencies, private sector entities, and end-users to participate in the decision-making process and contribute their expertise towards the FNSW blueprint. This engagement is crucial to ensuring that the FNSW system addresses the specific needs and requirements of different stakeholders.
Fiji’s Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Trade, Honorable Manoa Kamikamica in his keynote address noted that one of the most significant advantages is the expected improved coordination and collaboration among various government agencies involved in trade facilitation. “We envision a business-friendly environment in Fiji, where the time and cost of doing business are minimized, and our businesses and exporters are fully supported” Honorable Kamikamica stated.
United Nations Resident Coordinator ad interim for Fiji, Solomon Islands, Tonga, Tuvalu and Vanuatu, Ms. Andie Fong Toy said that the implementation of a Single Window System in Fiji would enhance the country’s competitiveness, promote economic growth, and improve the ease of doing business.
The Deputy Head of the Delegation of the European Union to the Pacific, Dr Erja Askola stated “the single window and the digital solutions are precisely what we need to save money and time when crossing borders with our goods and also to improve transparency”.
Regional Coordinator for the ASYCUDA Programme in the Pacific, Mr. Jayvee Santos said that Fiji’s trade and investment competitiveness depends heavily on the ability of its official border agencies to efficiently receive, process and disseminate information across the national trade supply chain.
Fiji is taking a significant stride towards simplifying and harmonizing its trade procedures through a National Single Window System.
To assist Fiji in developing a Single Window, ASYCUDA, as part of the European Union (EU) funded Improving Pacific Islands Customs and Trade (IMPACT) Project, developed the Blueprint for the Fiji National Single Window (FNSW). This serves as a comprehensive roadmap guiding the implementation of this efficient trade facilitation mechanism.
The FNSW System will improve efficiency, reduce costs, increase transparency, and improve competitiveness by reducing the number of manual processes carried out by each agency involved in the trade clearance process. It will also provide a centralized platform for traders to submit trade-related information and documents.
The validation workshop held on 27 June 2023 provided an opportunity for all relevant stakeholders including government agencies, private sector entities, and end-users to participate in the decision-making process and contribute their expertise towards the FNSW blueprint. This engagement is crucial to ensuring that the FNSW system addresses the specific needs and requirements of different stakeholders.
Fiji’s Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Trade, Honorable Manoa Kamikamica in his keynote address noted that one of the most significant advantages is the expected improved coordination and collaboration among various government agencies involved in trade facilitation. “We envision a business-friendly environment in Fiji, where the time and cost of doing business are minimized, and our businesses and exporters are fully supported” Honorable Kamikamica stated.
United Nations Resident Coordinator ad interim for Fiji, Solomon Islands, Tonga, Tuvalu and Vanuatu, Ms. Andie Fong Toy said that the implementation of a Single Window System in Fiji would enhance the country’s competitiveness, promote economic growth, and improve the ease of doing business.
The Deputy Head of the Delegation of the European Union to the Pacific, Dr Erja Askola stated “the single window and the digital solutions are precisely what we need to save money and time when crossing borders with our goods and also to improve transparency”.
Regional Coordinator for the ASYCUDA Programme in the Pacific, Mr. Jayvee Santos said that Fiji’s trade and investment competitiveness depends heavily on the ability of its official border agencies to efficiently receive, process and disseminate information across the national trade supply chain.