India and Bhutan Strengthen Customs Cooperation at 6th JGC Meeting
India and Bhutan reaffirmed their commitment to enhancing customs collaboration and trade facilitation during the 6th Joint Group of Customs (JGC) Meeting held in Thimphu, Bhutan, from 24th–25th April 2025. The two-day meeting focused on streamlining customs procedures, improving border infrastructure, and promoting digital processes for more efficient and secure cross-border trade.
The 6th Joint Group of Customs (JGC) Meeting between India and Bhutan took place in Thimphu on 24–25 April 2025.The event reaffirmed both nations’ dedication to strengthening customs cooperation, trade facilitation, and secure border management.
| Summary/Static | Details |
| Why in the news? | India and Bhutan Strengthen Customs Cooperation at 6th JGC Meeting |
| Event | 6th India-Bhutan Joint Group of Customs (JGC) Meeting |
| Venue | Thimphu, Bhutan |
| India’s Representative | Surjit Bhujabal, Special Secretary & Member (Customs), CBIC |
| Bhutan’s Representative | Sonam Jamtsho, Director General, Dept. of Revenue & Customs |
| Key Discussions | Automation, ECTS, CBM, pre-arrival data exchange, CMAA |
| Trade Statistics | India accounts for ~80% of Bhutan’s total trade |
| Land Customs Stations | 10 total (6 in West Bengal, 4 in Assam) |
| Capacity Building | Training proposed in RMS, AEO, Food Safety, Import/Export facilitation |
| Outcome | Reaffirmation of strong customs cooperation and efficient border management |
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