The Resolution approves the Regulations on the Government Commissioner for Customs Authorities Reform – an official who will be responsible for organizing the process of reforming customs authorities. The Commissioner is appointed by the Cabinet of Ministers upon the proposal of the Prime Minister and works on a voluntary basis. The Regulations consist of 8 points that define the legal status, appointment procedure, competence, and rights of the Government Commissioner. The document is new and has no previous versions.
Key powers of the Commissioner include: preparing proposals for reforming customs authorities within the National Revenue Strategy until 2030, cooperation with civil institutions, participation in the development of regulatory legal acts, interaction with international organizations, and participation in Ukraine’s EU accession process regarding customs matters. The Commissioner has the right to obtain information from authorities, participate in meetings, convene meetings, and engage specialists.
