Bahrain and Russia Sign Customs Cooperation Agreement at International Economic Forum
Bahrain and Russia signed an administrative cooperation agreement on customs matters during the International Economic Forum held in St. Petersburg, Russia.
The agreement was signed by His Excellency Sheikh Ahmed bin Hamad Al Khalifa, President of Bahrain's Customs Affairs, and Ms. Tatyana Merkusheva, Deputy Director General of the Federal Customs Service of Russia.
Speaking on the occasion, Sheikh Ahmed emphasized that the agreement represents a strategic step aligned with Bahrain Customs' 2024–2027 strategic plan. It reflects Bahrain's commitment to strengthening international customs partnerships and updating operational frameworks in line with global standards.
The agreement focuses on enhancing cooperation between the customs authorities of both countries through the exchange of information and expertise related to goods and stakeholders. It aims to streamline customs procedures, support trade, facilitate the movement of goods, and strengthen border security—particularly in combating smuggling and responding to global supply chain challenges.
This initiative is part of Bahrain's broader efforts to deepen international ties, promote trade and investment, and foster an efficient customs environment built on knowledge sharing and performance enhancement.
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