On 1 August 2025, the EU-Canada Mutual Recognition Agreement (MRA) for Authorised Economic Operator (AEO) programmes officially enters into force, strengthening transatlantic customs cooperation amid ongoing global supply chain disruptions
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As of today, the Commission has activated the customs surveillance system to monitor the import and export of metal waste and scrap into and out of the EU, covering ferrous waste and scrap (including steel), aluminium and copper.
Implementation Dialogues are a consultation tool at the political level launched in the spring of 2025. This first Implementation Dialogue on Customs served as a high-level discussion between Commissioner Maroš Šefčovič and key EU industry leaders from various sectors.
On 27 June 2025, the Council adopted its negotiating mandate on a core element to reform the EU Customs Union.
