US Company Culmen International to Train Libya's Customs Officers at Border Crossings
The Libyan Customs Authority reported last Saturday (25 April) that it had signed a cooperation memorandum with US company Culmen International to strengthen technical and human capacities, particularly at border crossings.
The agreement focuses on training programmes for customs officers at Ras Ajdir and Wazen land border crossings with Tunisia. It aims to enhance detection capabilities and provide modern equipment to improve efficiency.
The Customs Authority said this partnership supports the adoption of international best practices in inspection and border security, and builds on the Early Border Detection Project, contributing to stronger border control and protection of the national economy.
It will be recalled that Culmen has provided various training courses since 2019, mainly to the Libyan Civil Aviation and Airports Authority as part of efforts to lift the EU flight ban.
Ras Ajdir is the primary land border crossing between Libya and Tunisia, handling significant trade and passenger traffic. The training programme is expected to improve inspection procedures and reduce smuggling attempts.
This cooperation aligns with Libya's broader efforts to modernize its border management systems and meet international security standards. The Customs Authority said the partnership reflects shared commitment to regional security and trade facilitation.
Libya has been working to strengthen border controls as part of its economic reform agenda, with particular emphasis on improving revenue collection at border points. The new training programme is designed to equip customs officers with skills needed to detect contraband and ensure proper tariff collection.
Libya Press
