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between its own applications (CEN, CENcomm, and nCEN), as well as reached out to its Members and law enforcement partners to encourage the establishment of automated channels of data exchange. In this context the WCO has initiated cooperation with the CBIC on automating the flow of data on seizures and offences as part of our organizations work in combatting illicit trade, a goal which can be achieved through the implementation of the nCEN application in India. The nCEN Global Network has grown in the Asia-Pacific region, where seven countries have implemented the application and established regional cooperation channels to exchange best practices in the use of this tool and the CBIC’s addition to the network would only serve to further strengthen this important network.
This Report not only highlights the importance of understanding smuggling trends at the national level but also highlights the importance of international cooperation in helping Customs administrations better understand the interconnectedness of those smuggling trends at the international and national levels.
I would like to thank the CBIC for their valued cooperation with the WCO and the international Customs community. I would also like to acknowledge the work that has been carried out by the organization under the guidance of its Director General, Balesh Kumar. I wish the DRI continued success in in carrying out its highly important enforcement work in making sure that India remains safe and secure going into the future.
Kunio Mikuriya