Bulgarian Customs Agency Director Georgi Dimov and Serbia’s Customs Administration Director Dragisa Petrovic signed a memorandum of understanding on electronic data exchange through the SEED+ system on Wednesday, the Customs Agency said. The agreement is part of the EU-CEFTA Green Lanes initiative, coordinated by the Central European Free Trade Agreement and the Transport Community organization. … Read more
A Georgia–Japan Business Forum was held in Tbilisi to promote stronger economic cooperation between the two countries. The event, titled “Japanese Business in Georgia – A Bridge to the Middle Corridor,” was organized in partnership with TBC Capital. The forum was organized by the Embassy of Japan in Georgia, the Georgia–Japan Business Association, and the … Read more
The Director of the Customs Agency, Mr. Georgi Dimov, and the Director of the Customs Administration of the Republic of Serbia, Mr. Dragisa Petrovic, signed a Memorandum of Understanding on electronic data exchange through the SEED+ system on 11.03.2026. This step demonstrated the ongoing efforts to modernize border crossings and facilitate trade and enters into the Green Belts initiative. The CEFTA and Transport Community (TCT) secretariats coordinate this cooperation between the European Union and the countries of the Central European Free Trade Agreement (CEFTA).
The memorandum, signed in the presence of representatives of the CEFTA and Transport Community secretariats, will strengthen operational cooperation between customs administrations. It will also help achieve progress in the digital integration of CEFTA with the EU.
Notably, Georgi Dimov, Director of the Customs Agency, highlighted the strategic importance of the transit agreement between the Western Balkans and the EU during the ceremony.
From his side, Mr. Dragiša Petrović, Acting Director General of the Customs Administration of the Republic of Serbia, stressed the numerous benefits of this form of cooperation with neighbouring customs administrations.
Likewise, Ms. Pranvera Kastrati, Director of the CEFTA Secretariat, underlined the importance of continuous cooperation within the initiative during the signing ceremony. It makes the “Green Belts” stronger and wider. Businesses will get greater speed and security due to this agreement between Bulgaria and Serbia. This digital bridge will make the path of our products to the EU single market faster.
Also, operational procedures between the customs administrations of Bulgaria and Serbia are aligned due to the Memorandum. The framework of the structured data exchange through SEED+, the two administrations will improve the coordination of controls, support risk-based checks and facilitate a smoother movement of goods.
In general, modernization of border crossing points, digitalization of procedures and enhanced cooperation between administrations are combined in the initiative to ensure faster, transparent and predictable movement of goods.
Moreover, the Customs Administration of the Republic of North Macedonia signed a similar memorandum with the Director of the Customs Agency in December 2025.
They signed the Memorandum of Understanding with the Republic of Serbia in Bulgaria on March 10 and 11, 2026. It happened in the frames of the meeting of the Green Belt Steering Committee and the 21st meeting of the Transport Community Technical Committee for Transport Facilitation, as well as an operational meeting in connection with the implementation of the SEED+ system.
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Ukraine increased imports of goods by 31% year-on-year to $14.8 billion in money terms in January-February 2026 from $11.3 billion in the same period of 2025, Ukrainian media reported, citing a statement from Ukraine’s State Customs Service. Exports from Ukraine stood at $6.5 billion in the first two months of 2026, versus $6.3 billion in … Read more
The signing, which took place in the presence of representatives of the CEFTA and Transport Community secretariats, marks an important step towards strengthening operational cooperation As part of the ongoing efforts to modernize border crossings and facilitate trade, today, 11.03.2026, the Director of the Customs Agency, Mr. Georgi Dimov, and the Director of the Customs … Read more
Georgia has cancelled international tenders for the construction of major road sections that form part of a regional highway linking the country with the borders of Armenia and Azerbaijan. The Georgian Roads Department said tenders announced in August 2024 for the Rustavi–Tsiteli Bridge and the Algeti–Sadakhlo road section were cancelled due to low competition among … Read more
As data from the State Customs Committee of Azerbaijan informs, the total trade turnover between Azerbaijan and Georgia reached $77.9 million in January 2026. This means a 6.5% growth compared to the same period last year.
Notably, 2.2% of Azerbaijan’s total trade turnover were accounted for trade with Georgia during the reporting month.
The growth of Azerbaijan’s exports to Georgia over the year attained 7.3% and reached $69.3 million. Meanwhile, the increase of imports from Georgia was 0.6% ($8.6 million in total).
3.1% of Azerbaijan’s total exports in January was made up by exports to Georgia. Nevertheless, only 0.7% of total imports were accounted for imports from Georgia.
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During high-level talks on February, 27, Presidents Kassym-Jomart Tokayev and Aleksandar Vučić repeated their commitment to strengthening the Kazakhstan-Serbia strategic partnership.
The sides held negotiations, in both narrow and expanded formats. Expanding trade and investment, as well as cooperation in high-tech sectors, including artificial intelligence, information technology, energy and the defence industry, were in the spotlight of the talks. In this aspect, the approaching 30th anniversary of diplomatic relations between the two countries carries symbolic significance.
As Akorda reported, both officials also discussed transport and logistics, agriculture, critical minerals, digitalization, construction, and tourism.
According to Tokayev, Serbia is one of Kazakhstan’s key strategic partners in Europe. He also highlighted the launch of a direct Astana-Belgrade flight and the effective operation of more than 60 Serbian companies in Kazakhstan. Moreover, mutual support, active political dialogue and growing cooperation in trade, investment, and cultural and humanitarian spheres are the basis of bilateral ties.
From his side, Vučić got interested in expanding Kazakh participation in joint projects, notably in construction, and closer collaboration in innovation-driven sectors.
Tokayev recognised Vučić’s contribution to strengthening bilateral relations by awarding him with the Altyn Qyran (Golden Eagle) Order, Kazakhstan’s highest state decoration, during the visit.
In response, Vučić called the award a great honour and a testament to the friendship between the two nations. He also added that it carries both pride and responsibility to further strengthen cooperation and promote peace and stability.
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Joint investments, trade and logistics development create excellent potential for Ukraine’s integration into the EU In the context of the war, Romania has become the most important transit and logistics hub for Ukrainian exports and imports, especially at the beginning of the full-scale aggression. This country became a supplier of energy resources and other products … Read more
Presidents Kassym-Jomart Tokayev and Aleksandar Vučić reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening the Kazakhstan-Serbia strategic partnership during high-level talks on Feb. 27.The negotiations, held in both narrow and expanded formats, focused on expanding trade and investment, as well as cooperation in high-tech sectors, including artificial intelligence, information technology, energy and the defense industry. The visit carries … Read more