International experience and programme-oriented and target-based Approach in modernization process of the Customs Service of the Republic of Belarus

Abstract

The present article reports on periods of establishing the customs environment in the modern Republic of Belarus, and issues of international cooperation. The concept of programme-oriented and target-based approach in the context of modernization of the Customs service of Belarus is under consideration. In regard to capacity building the article includes the following aspects: information exchange for the purposes of customs matters in format “Customs-to-Customs”, “Customs-to-Business” and “Customs-toGovernmental bodies”. The article provides analysis of development stages of the Customs service with regard to international experience, support to establishment of necessary prerequisites for sustainable economic growth of the country, implementation of coordinated state support for strategic branches and enterprises, increasing competitive capacity at international market of goods and services.