Episode 1: Paneuromed, de minimis, low-value shipments, and free trade agreements

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Paneuromed, de minimis, low-value shipments, and free trade agreements: what businesses really need to understand

In this first episode of theMyTower podcast,Jean-Marc Vandenbussche, a customs consultant at MyTower, breaks down four key topics at the heart of current customs and international trade issues:

đŸ”čTheend of the transition periodfor the modernization of thePaneuromedProtocol
đŸ”čThe
de minimis rule,
đŸ”čLow-value shipmentsfrom the European Union,
đŸ”čAndfree trade agreements, often perceived as complex but strategic for businesses.

Through an educational and highly practical approach, this episode provides a better understanding of regulatory challenges, the concrete impacts on international trade flows, and the key considerations to keep in mind to ensure compliance while optimizing operations.

An essential episode forcustoms and international trade professionals who want to clarify these key concepts and ensure their practices are sound.

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