Jordan thwarts nearly 6,000 smuggling cases over past year

Jordanian authorities reported handling some 82,000 customs violations last year amid intensified efforts to combat smuggling and counterfeit goods.

These included 5,957 smuggling cases, 24 of which were related to drug trafficking, specifically involving Captagon pills, crystal meth, heroin, cocaine, and marijuana, a Jordan News Agency report said on Tuesday.

In a bid to crack down on smuggling, Jordan Customs launched six national projects designed to boost the competitiveness of the country’s economy, foster international trade, and streamline governmental operations by reducing work overlap and integrating import, export, and transit systems.

Furthering their commitment to modernization and efficiency, Jordan Customs launched eight new electronic services over the past year and inked four new e-connectivity agreements, raising the total to 66.

The agreements aim to streamline processes and facilitate secure and efficient information exchange with various entities, saving time, effort, and costs.

Moreover, the department has upgraded its e-tracking system, leveraging cutting-edge communication technologies, satellites, and digital maps to expand operations.