Armenian customs operation needs improving - official 

ArmInfo.  The work of the customs services of Armenia is still far from ideal, and there are  issues related to the significant improvement of their work. Chairman  of the State Revenue Committee of the Republic of Armenia Rustam  Badasyan told journalists on October 10, commenting on the issue of  increased attempts to import drugs into the country. 

The head of the SRC pointed out, in particular, the need to improve  the electronic management system, risk management and strengthen the  capabilities of the canine center. "But if you look at a similar  situation in Europe through Google, you will notice that there is  also a problem with the illegal trafficking of narcotic and  psychotropic substances," Badasyan noted, noting that if the customs  authorities check all cargo without exception, a queue will form all  the way to Poti.

For this reason, the head of the SRC noted, it is  very important to have a proper risk management system, while  developing cooperation with various law enforcement agencies of  Armenia and foreign countries. "If drugs are transported across state  borders, then this is the responsibility of the Committee, and its  capabilities need to be strengthened," Badasyan emphasized.