Modi approves signing of customs deal between India, ArmeniaNovember 1, 2017 - 13:47 AMT PanARMENIAN.Net - The Union Cabinet chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday, November 1 approved signing and ratifying of an agreement between India and Armenia on cooperation and mutual assistance in customs matters, Business Standard reveals. The agreement will be signed on behalf of the two countries after it is approved by the respective governments. "This agreement shall enter into force on the first day of the second month after the contracting parties notify each other in through diplomatic channels, that the necessary national legal requirements for entry into force of this agreement have been fulfilled," an official statement said. It will help in the availability of relevant information for the prevention and investigation of customs offences. It is also expected to facilitate trade and ensure efficient clearance of goods traded between the countries. The agreement would provide a legal framework for sharing of information and intelligence between the customs authorities of the two countries and help in the proper application of customs laws, prevention and investigation of customs offences and the facilitation of legitimate trade. The draft text of the agreement has been finalised with the concurrence of the two customs administrations. Top stories The EU does not intend to conduct military exercises with Armenia, Lead Spokesperson for EU Foreign Affairs and Security Policy Peter Stano says. A telephone conversation between Putin and Pashinyan before the CSTO summit is not planned, Peskov says. London’s Armenian community has been left feeling “under attack” after the city’s Genocide monument was vandalised. The United States believes there should be an international mission to provide transparency. Partner news | Turkey extends military presence in Azerbaijan The Turkish parliament has adopted a bill submitted by Recep Tayyip Erdogan to extend the mandate of Turkish troops. Russia to begin assessing migrant workers' speaking skills Rosobrnadzor is planning to change the Russian language exam for migrant workers and include an assessment of speaking skills Armenian, Saudi Foreign Minister meet in Riyadh The two commended the positive dynamics of the development of political dialogue between Armenia and Saudi Arabia Pashinyan: Azerbaijan’s proximity shouldn’t worry border residents At the same time, he said that he “does not guarantee [the security of villagers] one hundred percent”. |