Liberia

10.4 - Single window

Articles	10.4.1 – 10.4.2 – 10.4.3 – 10.4.4 View measure text
Indicative date of implementation	22 February 2023
Definitive date of implementation	22 February 2025
Extension of time	Request received 2 December 2024 Original definitive date 22 February 2025 New date requested 22 February 2028 Date approved Reason The extension is requested because of differing opinions between the World Bank (as the donor) and the Liberian authorities, thereby affecting the implementation date of the previously indicated definitive date. However, the agreed plan is to take a phase approach (e.g., upgrading the ASYCUDA system, building the national trade information portal, and automating trade processes) to implement the single window, an initiative that will commence in 2025. Committee approval: Not approved Link to notification G/TFA/N/LBR/1/Add.2
Assistance required for implementation	Legal • Review/develop relevant laws to Facilitate the development of a comprehensive national single window. • Compliance review • Develop a memorandum of understanding (MOU) with other agencies to enhance cooperation. Policy • Conduct a feasibility study to explore the viability of a national single window system. • Develop a strategy for the implementation of a single window. Procedures • Develop appropriate procedures and processes to Facilitate the implementation of a national single window. Human Resources/Training • Capacity building and training of customs officers and officials of other border agencies in order to smoothly implement a national single window system. • Capacity building for officials of other government agencies and private sector on the implementation of a national single window system. Information and Communication Technology • Review of national ICT policies in order to enhance the implementation of a single window. • Enhance and upgrade technological capacities of border agencies and other government agencies necessary to implement a single window. Tags: Information and communication technologies (ICT), Legislative and regulatory framework, Infrastructure and equipment, Diagnostic and Needs Assessment, Human resources and training
Donor / Agency	World Bank
Progress reported	22 August 2022 — G/TFA/N/LBR/4 The World Bank Group through the Liberia Investment, Finance and Trade Project provide funds for the operationalization of the National Single Window System for domestic and foreign trade, connecting all government Ministries, Agencies and Commissions involved with trade facilitation.

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