Dubai Customs has announced a record-breaking start to the year after seeing more than 7m transactions in the first three months of 2023.
The update comes as the foreign trade sector in Dubai is actively pursuing the goals outlined in the Dubai Economic Agenda D33.
This initiative was launched by Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, with the objective of doubling Dubai’s economy over the next decade and solidifying its position as one of the world’s top three economic cities.
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In the first quarter of this year, there has been a notable increase in customs transactions, with a record of 7 million transactions, according to Ahmed Mahboob Musabih, Director General of Dubai Customs and CEO of the Ports, Customs and Free Zone Corporation.
Dubai Customs’ smart services and projects support Dubai’s journey to becoming one of the fastest growing cities in the world, with its ability to automate customs procedures, enhance business operations and increase returns on commercial activities, attracting more investments and companies in the commercial sector.
Dubai Customs values continuous communication and interaction with its clients, as evidenced by the Consultative Council’s first meeting this year, which included business groups and trade representatives discussing the ambitious goals of the Dubai Economic Agenda.
Additionally, a Ramadan gathering for clients was held to exchange opinions and ideas towards maximising the role of the commercial sector as one of Dubai’s most important economic resources.
Dubai Customs has intensified its efforts to combat counterfeit goods and protect intellectual property rights.
In the first quarter of 2023, the government department handled 112 cases of intellectual property disputes, involving 9.6m counterfeit goods with a total value of AED28.85m.
The government department also continued to organise recycling operations for counterfeit goods, completing 24 recycling processes involving 43.78 thousand counterfeit goods.
In addition, Dubai Customs has carried out three awareness campaigns aimed at raising awareness about the dangers and negative impacts of counterfeit goods.
During the first quarter of this year, Dubai Customs made 502 seizure reports. These efforts are part of Dubai Customs’ commitment to protecting the community and the economy, and promoting security and stability as the first line of defence for society.
Dubai Customs also strives to play its vital role in supporting the national economy by contributing effectively to an attractive investment environment, and enhancing the country’s position as a leading global business and trade hub.
These efforts are in line with the directives of the leadership to advance the country’s global standing in all areas and strengthen its position on global competitiveness indices.
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