Customs of Ecuador and Cuba Sign Memorandum of Understanding

HAVANA, Cuba, Feb 16 (acn) The National Customs Service of Ecuador and the General Customs of Cuba signed in Quito on Monday a memorandum of understanding to strengthen cooperation and assistance between the two entities, Prensa Latina reported.

According to Monica Marin, deputy director for regional support of the Ecuadorian institution, the agreement will facilitate constant exchange of information between the two countries, alert between governments and quick response in matters of smuggling, drug trafficking and other illegalities.
Also, it includes topics such as training of customs officials and a program of canine training, among others.
The office is one of the faces of entry and welcome of tourists to the country, Marin recalled and emphasized the usefulness of the agreement to improve efficiency, agility and, while still performing the necessary checks, facilitate the entry of tourists.
For Jorge Rodriguez, Cuba's ambassador to Ecuador, this memorandum of understanding will support other actions carried out in order to increase bilateral trade, which is currently around 30 million dollars.