On 16 April, Slawomir Pichor, Head of EUBAM, met with Alexandru Iacub, Director of the Customs Service of the Republic of Moldova, to explore opportunities to broaden the Mission’s scope, deepen cooperation, and coordinate efforts to address evolving challenges.

The two sides exchanged views on strengthening a coordinated approach to shared objectives through potential joint initiatives under an extended mandate, focusing in particular on integrated border management, trade facilitation, and further aligning Moldova’s customs procedures with EU standards and best practices. Slawomir Pichor reiterated EUBAM’s commitment to supporting the Customs Service’s reform agenda and ensuring continuity in its technical assistance and advisory role.

Among other, discussions zoomed in on advancing customs transit declarations through the New Computerized Transit System (NCTS), a Europe-wide digital tool to enhance goods management and control, but also on prospects for expanding coordinated control at border crossing points to streamline operations.

“EUBAM remains a dedicated partner in strengthening border security and trade facilitation, in line with Moldova’s European integration aspirations,” emphasized Head of EUBAM. The dialogue reaffirmed the close and trusted partnership between EUBAM and the Customs Service of the Republic of Moldova, setting a constructive tone for current and future collaboration.