January 27: Stating that improvement and modernization of customs services and infrastructure has been intensified, the Department of Customs has said it is ready for further facilitation in import and export of goods.

In a recent interaction organized by the Confederation of Nepalese Industries (CNI), Director General of the Department of Customs Suman Dahal informed that the one-door policy is now being implemented. He added that technology-based assessment and monitoring system is being adopted while the department will soon initiate the process for digital payment.

Necessary preparations have been made to increase the number of customs agents, informed Director General Dahal. Stating that cooperation and coordination is needed for the improvement of customs infrastructure and integrated check posts, Director General Dahal requested the Confederation for assistance.

CNI's acting Chairman Bishnu Kumar Agrawal urged the concerned authorities to expedite the process of customs infrastructure development while also demanding for the quick transition into digital platform.

Agrawal also drew the attention of the department that the number of customs agents has not been increased since the last 25 years and therefore urged the department to issue new license to the agents.