Dubai Customs shares digital edge with Angola delegation
Dubai Customs welcomed a high-level delegation from Angola Customs, headed by José Vieira Nuno Lira, Chairman of the General Tax Authority in Angola, and accompanied by a number of senior officials. The official visit aimed to learn more about Dubai Customs’ pioneering experience and its innovative digital projects in advancing customs operations.
Mansoor Al Malik, Executive Director for Policies and Legislation Division at Dubai Customs, along with several department directors, received the delegation.
During the meeting, Al Malik emphasized Dubai Customs’ commitment to exchanging expertise with customs administrations worldwide, in line with Dubai’s vision of strengthening international cooperation and advancing customs procedures. He noted that such efforts enhance the resilience of global supply chains, support the world economy, and open new avenues for future collaboration, knowledge exchange, and the adoption of best practices.
The Angolan delegation was briefed on Dubai Customs’ most prominent digital initiatives, including the Smart Risk Engine, designed to identify high-risk shipments and expedite customs clearance; the Authorized Economic Operator Program, which provides facilitations to member companies and boosts supply chain efficiency; and the Makzni digital platform for warehouse management. The visit also included a tour of the main control room and the Cargo Village to explore the latest border protection systems and cargo handling procedures.
At the conclusion of the visit, the Angolan delegation praised Dubai Customs’ advanced model in modern customs management and expressed eagerness to benefit from its experience while expanding avenues of technical cooperation between the two sides.