London:Shaikh Ahmed bin Hamad Al Khalifa, the Customs President of the Kingdom of Bahrain, visited HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) in London to engage in discussions aimed at bolstering customs cooperation between Bahrain and the United Kingdom. The meeting included delegations from both countries and focused on exchanging expertise and experiences in customs operations.
According to Bahrain News Agency, the discussions involved a detailed review of HMRC's organisational structure, governance frameworks, and customs compliance strategies. Both sides explored performance development initiatives and best practices for updating customs procedures to enhance their efficiency.
The talks also highlighted the role of modern technologies such as artificial intelligence and machine learning in goods classification and trade facilitation. Additionally, the meeting addressed the development of customs risk assessment mechanisms and the identification of targeted shipments, alongside digital transformation efforts and updates on the UK's Single Trade Window project.
Furthermore, the meeting covered UK customs procedures, data submission, and processing mechanisms, along with electronic services for customs declarations related to imports and exports. The possibility of a mutual recognition agreement in the Authorised Economic Operator (AEO) Programme was also discussed, aiming to strengthen operational cooperation and facilitate trade between the two nations.