QUETTA: The existing environment demands customs department to remain vigilant and vibrant along with developing regulatory efficiency and effectiveness through greater coordination among border agencies.
These views were expressed by Collector Ashraf Ali while talking to Customs Today. Collector Ashraf said that MCC Quetta is showing massive growth in revenue and surpassing revenue collection target during first 11 months.
Answering a query he said that the flagship development project of Pakistan China Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC) will be passing through the area falling under jurisdiction of MCC Quetta.
He added the main artery of the Western route of the CPEC is passing through this Collectorate commencing from Basima and going to D.I Khan via Surab, Kalat, Quetta, Qilla Saifullah and Zhob.
Ashraf Ali said CPEC is expected to greatly enhance the flow of goods which would greatly benefit from the secure business environment being established by Quetta Customs in order to efficiently handle the flow of cargo.
He added that the present challenges faced by customs administrations across the country required adequate acquaintance with and adoption of innovative technology.
The collector narrated, “I have always appreciated customs Quetta staff for making strenuous efforts in pursuing information connectivity with our stakeholders for a safe and secure trade.”
He added that at the local front, collaboration with business and industry would enable all stakeholders to become innovative and competitive, adding that the department has to take up all challenges and play its role in balancing its traditional responsibility aimed at effective enforcement and greater trade facilitation.
