Dubai Customs welcomed a high-level delegation from the Ports, Customs, and Free Zone Corporation of Umm Al-Quwain, led by Sheikh Mansour bin Ibrahim Al-Mualla, the executive director of the corporation. This visit aimed to explore avenues for collaboration and strengthening relations between the two parties.
The delegation was received by Dr. Abdullah Bousnad, Director General of Dubai Customs, along with several executive leaders from the department.
During the meeting, key leading practices adopted by Dubai Customs regarding customs operations and technology were discussed. The two parties exchanged insights on developing cooperation mechanisms and integrating efforts to enhance institutional performance and support strategic directions at the national level.
Dr. Bousnad emphasized that this significant visit reflects the importance of unified efforts and the integration of roles between local and federal government entities. It serves the ambitious national vision of the UAE in establishing an advanced model for institutional and customs operations. He pointed out that the future of customs work is no longer limited to operational procedures but has evolved into a comprehensive system reliant on digital transformation, innovation, leadership, and the enhancement of national competencies, alongside establishing strategic partnerships with various entities.
He further mentioned that the meeting provided a fruitful opportunity for exchanging experiences and showcasing the best practices developed by Dubai Customs in customs inspection, data analysis, and risk management. He affirmed that this would enhance the readiness of the customs system to address future challenges and stressed the significance of continued coordination, collaboration, and knowledge exchange to elevate performance efficiency and enhance the UAE’s competitiveness as a central hub for global trade and logistics services in the region.