Collector of Customs Zulfiqar Younas has inaugurated the services of Immediate Clearance Group (ICG) at the Gerry's shed on Friday. The facility would decrease the customs clearance time at the airport freight unit (AFU), Lahore and facilitate trade at the cargo complex. The aim of the ICG is to expedite clearance of perishable goods.

Speaking on the occasion, the Collector of Customs emphasised the importance of close collaboration between Customs, clearing agents, importers, exporters and ground handling agents. He also appreciated the efforts of all stakeholders for their positive role in enhancing trade at the airport freight unit, Lahore.

He said the Customs staff has been appointed at the ICG to provide clearance 24/7. "It will hugely benefit the clearance of perishable goods and live animals, both of which are an important source of revenue for the Collectorate of Customs (Preventive), Lahore. Other high-ups of the Collectorate besides representatives from Gerry Dnata, Turkish airline, Jordan airline and DHL were also present on the occasion.

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