- The Pan Euro-Mediterranean (PEM) Joint Committee has approved new rules of origin to promote trade between the European Union and neighboring countries.
- The revised rules will be applicable from January 1, 2025.
- The new convention replaces the current convention from February 26, 2013.
- The new rules apply to the 24 contracting parties of the PEM convention.
- The PEM Joint Committee has also agreed to develop the use of electronic certification of origin (EUR.1) to simplify customs procedures.
Source: finances.belgium.be
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