Non-tariff barriers raise issues for improving compliance

The increased controls will prolong the customs clearance process, resulting in rising costs. — VNA/VNS

HANOI: The recent move by the European Union (EU) to increase official controls on several farm products from Vietnam has notified producers and exporters of the importance of fully complying with the regulations of the import markets and improving competitiveness to make exports sustainable.

Under the EU’s announcement, starting from early this month, durians, peppers of genus capsicum and instant noodles containing spices, and seasonings or sauces from Vietnam will be under increased levels of official controls, with the frequency of identity and physical checks at 10%-50%.