Friday, September 29, 2000, updated at 22:00(GMT+8)
Business
China to Use Computer Networks to Help Import and Export
The Ministry of Foreign Trade and Economic Cooperation (MOFTEC) announced Friday that starting from October 1, a nationwide computer network of import-and-export-license checking system will become effective with the aim of improving efficiency and curbing smuggling.
Launched by MOFTEC in collaboration with the General Administration of Customs (GAC), the on-line checking system will improve the efficiency of China's foreign trade and customs clearance management, ensure a more open and transparent management of import and expert licenses, and crack down on illegal activities such as smuggling and arbitrage.
The on-line checking system were put into use on a trial basis at 13 customs including Shanghai, Tianjin and Shenzhen last year. It has been affirmed effective by the customs and the traders as well.
The Ministry of Foreign Trade and Economic Cooperation (MOFTEC) announced Friday that starting from October 1, a nationwide computer network of import-and-export-license checking system will become effective with the aim of improving efficiency and curbing smuggling.