This book is an excellent study of customs' complex role and increasing responsibilities in the modern trade environment. Based on the IMF's extensive field experience, the book details how customs can effectively fulfill its responsibilities of revenue collection, promotion of economic competitiveness, and protection of safety and security, and the importance of the WTO Agreements in that regard. It will be an important resource for all interested in the intersection between trade policy and customs administration."-Dr. Ngozi Okonjo-Iweale-Director-General of the World Trade Organization
"Efficient customs are essential for the economies of Central Africa. It is a rare opportunity to have such a comprehensive book that describes and analyzes the main challenges and missions of a modern customs administration. I am confident that this new book, drawn from the IMF's experience, will be of great value to CEMAC in pursuing its reform and modernization programs."-Michel Niama-Commissioner for the Central African Economic and Monetary Community (CEMAC) Common Market
"This book highlights the important role that customs administrations play and their contribution to economic growth and the security of society. It is an essential reading for any person interested in learning about the current and future challenges faced by customs, and an excellent guide for countries, such as Paraguay, who have decided to undertake a substantial transformation of their customs administration, profiting from the extensive experience of IMF's customs experts."-Julio Fernández Frutos-Director General of Paraguay Customs
