Customs Guard units intensified their operations in October, intercepting contraband goods valued at 29.8 million dinars, excluding the value of the means of transport used. The information was confirmed on Sunday evening by Tunisian Customs, which underlines the increased vigilance of its services throughout the territory.
A record number of seizures
In total, 1,550 seizure reports were drawn up throughout the month, covering several types of goods. The operations affected the customs posts of Tunis, Jendouba, Sousse, Gafsa, Medenine and Sfax, reflecting a coordinated national effort to combat smuggling.
Among the assets seized:
- Gold and coral: valued at 1.5 million dinars, representing a particularly sensitive market.
- Ready-to-wear items: with an estimated value of 1.1 million dinars, often imported illegally to avoid taxes.
- Cigarettes: seized for around 1 million dinars, a product frequently targeted by smuggling networks.
- Food and drink products: 42 tonnes of various foodstuffs and 24,000 liters of vegetable oil, highlighting the attempt to circumvent health and tax regulations.
- Mobile phones and accessories: valued at 2.8 million dinars, reflecting the weight of illegal technology trade.
Strengthened fight against fraud
Tunisian Customs highlights coordination between its units and reinforced control in ports, airports and land border points. These operations demonstrate a desire to stem illegal trafficking and protect state revenues as well as consumer safety.
The seizures also illustrate the diversity of goods targeted by smuggling, ranging from luxury products to everyday consumer goods, which makes the work of customs complex but crucial.
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