3 Amendments of Tokia SAÏFI related to 2018/2109(INI)
Amendment 4 #
Draft opinion
Paragraph 2
Paragraph 2
2. Stresses that a fully functional customs union is essential in order to guarantee the credibility and strength of the EU when negotiating trade agreements; emphasises that an efficient EU customs union should facilitate trade and reduce administrative burdens for legitimate traders as well as ensuring effective controls, inter alia by fostering cooperation between the customs authorities of Member States and third countries; calls on the Commission to improve and step up cooperation among its directorates- general on customs matters, given the wide range of areas which have a bearing on customs;
Amendment 9 #
Draft opinion
Paragraph 3 a (new)
Paragraph 3 a (new)
3a. Emphasises that the harmonisation of training for customs agents in Europe will contribute to the effective implementation of the Union Customs Code and customs controls;
Amendment 15 #
Draft opinion
Paragraph 4 a (new)
Paragraph 4 a (new)
4a. Recalls that efficient and harmonised customs controls on goods entering the EU make it possible to enhance consumer safety and tackle counterfeiting and unfair competition; encourages the Commission to set targets and develop performance indicators for customs authorities;