Government eager to reach out with new investments
By investing in advanced technologies, the ministry aims to significantly enhance access and delivery of government services over the next three years
Dubai: The UAE Ministry of Economy said yesterday it will premiere a new range of e-Services at this year's Gitex Technology Week. By investing in advanced technologies, the ministry aims to significantly enhance access and delivery of government services over the next three years.
The ministry said the investment is in line with the government's commitment to reducing delays in service and turnaround times through the use of e-processing. The ministry's plans for total electronic conversion are expected to be more than 80 per cent complete by the end of the year.
Among the highlights of the showcase at Gitex is the issuance of Arabic Certificates of Origin online. This service offers flexible procedures for investors, thus enhancing the investment environment of the UAE.
The ministry will also launch the Certificate of Origin form (A) Generalised System of Preferences, which will give privileges to UAE exports, especially national products, by reducing customs fees from 38 member states.
Electronic customs link
It will also showcase the Electronic System for Goods Monitoring. The required infrastructure is being finalised in collaboration with the Federal Customs Authority, to be operational in the second half of 2011. The new system works through the electronic link between the major trading centres and all UAE customs ports, and has the capacity to monitor the prices of 200 commodities daily.
The ministry will also highlight the website www.madeintheuae.com where manufacturers can promote their factories, products and services.
