Bakhouch emphasizes the need for coordinated efforts to protect the economy and combat smuggling

The Director General of Customs, Major General Abdel Hafiz Bakhouch, emphasized that the coordination of efforts among various security agencies is a fundamental pillar for protecting the national economy and combating various forms of organized crime and smuggling. He affirmed that field cooperation and information exchange constitute the 'cornerstone' of the national strategy to secure borders and combat criminal networks. The same official clarified, during his visit to the Sidi Bel Abbes province, that enhancing customs services with modern logistical capabilities aims to increase the readiness of agents and strengthen their ability for rapid and effective intervention, ensuring greater efficiency in facing security and economic challenges. Read the full content on Echourouk Online.