Bulgaria's Key Role in the Supply Chain
During the 147th and 148th sessions of the World Customs Organization (WCO) Council in Brussels, the Director of the Customs Agency, Nikolay Shushkov, held strategic talks with the organization's Secretary General, Ian Saunders. A key focus of the discussions was Bulgaria's position as a strategic land border for Europe towards Asia.
"Customs administrations must focus on software innovation and data-driven operations to ensure a technological transition and higher efficiency," stated Nikolay Shushkov during the Policy Commission meeting.
Main topics of the forum:
- Digitalization and technology: Use of new methods for performance measurement.
- Combating fraud: Countering illegal trade through international cooperation.
- Strategic planning: Discussion of the five-year plan and its implementation for the 2026-2027 period.
- Partnership: The role of the private sector in protecting society.
As of July 1, 2025, the Customs Agency is a member of the WCO Policy Commission – the organization's highest body after the Customs Co-operation Council. This participation reaffirms Bulgaria's commitment to global standards and the security of trade routes.