On 30 January the Head of EUBAM participated in a high-level seminar organized by the United Nations Economic Commission for Europe (UNECE), focusing on the digital transformation of multimodal data and document exchange in the Republic of Moldova and Ukraine.

The discussions, held within the broader framework of modernizing cross-border trade and transport corridors, highlighted the importance of aligning both countries with EU standards to facilitate more efficient and secure trade flows.

In the seminar, the Head of EUBAM, Slawomir Pichor,  emphasized benefits of digitalizing trade and transport information flows and data sharing required for goods clearance process in improving border management and strengthening regional connectivity and economic integration. EUBAM plays a strong role in assisting the Republic of Moldova and Ukraine in facilitating trade, combating smuggling, and improving border security, all crucial elements in their path toward closer ties with the European Union.

The event, organized in partnership with the Ministry of Infrastructure and Regional Development of the Republic of Moldova, the European Union, the Transport Community and TRACECA (Transport Corridor Europe-Caucasus-Asia), brought together decision-makers and experts from the Republic of Moldova, Ukraine and the EU.