The Commissioner of Customs and Excise, Mr Chan Tsz-tat, today (February 21) held a courtesy meeting with the Director-General of Abu Dhabi Customs of the United Arab Emirates (UAE), Mr Rashed Lahej Al Mansoori, in the Customs Headquarters Building. The visit aimed to forge closer ties and strengthen business connections between the two sides.

     Mr Chan welcomed the visit by Mr Al Mansoori. During the meeting, both sides reviewed the strong economic and trade connections and the close relationship between the UAE and the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region, and the on-going collaborative efforts of the two Customs administrations in enforcement co-operation and trade facilitation. They also exchanged views on issues of mutual concern. 

     Mr Chan said that Hong Kong Customs is committed to maintaining solid connections with international and regional counterparts, and joining hands to enhance and promote customs efficiency, to create a more competitive environment for international trade.

Ends/Friday, February 21, 2025
Issued at HKT 17:18

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