Import and export trucks race against time to clear goods on the 30th of Tet

On the last day of the year of the Cat, border trade activities at 5 border gates of Lang Son province, namely Tan Thanh, Chi Ma, Na Hinh, Coc Nam and Huu Nghi international border gate, still took place.

Import and export vehicles clear goods at Tan Thanh border gate, Lang Son province. (Source: vneconomy.vn)

Trucks carrying import and export goods are racing against time to clear customs; the authorities at the border gate are still trying their best, working actively to clear goods as quickly and effectively as possible.

Last minute clearance

According to the assessment from the Border Gate Management Center (Dong Dang - Lang Son Border Gate Economic Zone Management Board), the number of vehicles carrying goods through the province's border gates at this time is equal to the time before the Covid-19 outbreak.

This result is a true testament to the mechanisms and policies of the State and Lang Son in creating a transparent import-export environment; along with the efforts of the authorities to create the most favorable conditions for import-export enterprises...

At Tan Thanh border gate, on days before Tet, the number of vehicles carrying agricultural products and fresh fruits for import and export is from 350 to 400 vehicles/day. On the 30th of Tet, the number of vehicles remaining at Tan Thanh yard is only 60; of which 30 vehicles are waiting for export.

The functional forces working at the border gate have deployed specific tasks and topics; coordinated together to inspect goods, arrange vehicles, review customs clearance procedures and documents, etc.

Captain Dong Dinh Yen, Deputy Head of Tan Thanh Border Control Station, Lang Son Province, said that the unit has developed and implemented a specific plan for each team and checkpoint to guide drivers in and out of the border gate area smoothly; at the same time, coordinate with forces at the border gate to strictly control people and vehicles entering and exiting the area, propagate to businesses and drivers about border laws, ensure security and order in the border gate area, especially during Tet.

At Huu Nghi international border gate, according to the local authorities, the number of cargo vehicles still in the areas and yards is about 30; of which, 10 vehicles are undergoing customs clearance procedures waiting for export. In the import and export cargo area, specialized border guards, customs, and medical quarantine forces will remain in place to perform their duties until 8:00 p.m. Vietnam time the same day.

Mr. Phung Van Ba, Deputy Head of the Huu Nghi Border Gate Customs Branch, said that the unit has built a duty schedule and assigned officers to quickly handle customs procedures for businesses. Especially, during Tet, if businesses have a need for customs procedures, the unit is still ready to handle them.

Leaders of the Dong Dang - Lang Son border gate economic zone management board presented gifts to drivers celebrating Tet at Huu Nghi international border gate. (Source: VNA)

Tet gifts for drivers

According to the Management Board of Dong Dang - Lang Son Border Gate Economic Zone, the number of cargo vehicles remaining at the border gate areas in the area is currently around 100. This number has decreased significantly compared to hundreds of vehicles previously because Lang Son province's specialized agencies have proactively announced the operating hours of the border gates, so businesses have quickly grasped the information to regulate goods.

For drivers who remain at the ports and border gate areas on the 30th of Tet and cannot return to their localities to celebrate the Lunar New Year of Giap Thin in 2024, the Dong Dang - Lang Son Border Gate Economic Zone Management Board has coordinated with relevant agencies to develop a plan and implement gift giving. This is an annual activity supported by many units as well as receiving much attention from long-distance drivers.

Accordingly, the Management Board of Dong Dang - Lang Son border gate economic zone has deployed to give away over 100 gifts, each worth 800 thousand VND including cash and Tet candy. At the same time, some ports also create all conditions and support for cargo owners and drivers in terms of accommodation.

Mr. Trinh Tan Phong, a driver from Soc Trang province, said that this was the third year he celebrated Tet at the border gate. Although the gift was small, the drivers were very happy and excited. Celebrating Tet far from home at the border was a bit sad, but with the care and encouragement of the province and the forces, Mr. Phong and the people here were able to overcome their homesickness.

Mr. Hoang Khanh Duy, Deputy Head of the Management Board of Dong Dang - Lang Son Border Gate Economic Zone, said that promoting the tradition of great solidarity and the spirit of mutual love, the management board coordinated with relevant agencies to organize a program to give Tet gifts to drivers at border gates who could not return home in time for Tet, encouraging and supporting drivers and cargo owners in some material and spiritual ways.

Hopefully in the coming time, businesses and cargo owners will continue to accompany Lang Son province, contributing to the further development of the province's border gate economy.

Source: https://baoquocte.vn/nhung-chuyen-xe-xuat-nhap-khau-chay-dua-voi-thoi-gian-thong-quan-hang-hoa-ngay-30-tet-260500.html