The Moroccan Administration of Customs and Indirect Taxes (ADII) has strengthened its partnership with the Korean Customs Service (KCS) in the field of digital transformation and artificial intelligence. On November 4, ADII Director-General Mohammed Ezzahaoui met with Korean Ambassador to Morocco Yoon Yeonjean and a delegation of senior KCS officials. This meeting marks the conclusion of a significant partnership project launched in May 2026.

The project aimed to enhance the ADII's digital capabilities and leverage KCS's expertise in using big data and AI. Korean company Okestro implemented the project, which involved several expert missions to Morocco and Korea. These exchanges included seminars and on-site visits, enabling ADII teams to learn from Korean experiences and adopt the latest customs techniques.

The partnership focused on improving revenue management systems and consolidating digital governance. By adopting Korean expertise, the ADII aims to simplify procedures and enhance its services. This cooperation reflects the shared commitment of both customs administrations to leveraging digitalization and innovation to improve performance.

The ADII-KCS partnership demonstrates Morocco's efforts to modernize its customs administration through digital transformation. The project enabled Moroccan officials to gain insights into Korea's advanced customs systems, particularly in the use of big data and AI. This knowledge will help the ADII enhance its operations and service delivery.

The collaboration between the ADII and KCS highlights the growing importance of digitalization in customs administration. By embracing digital technologies, Morocco's customs authority aims to streamline processes, improve efficiency, and enhance revenue collection. This partnership is expected to have a positive impact on Morocco's trade and economic development.

The project's success is attributed to the close cooperation between the ADII and KCS. The exchange of expertise and best practices has enabled both parties to learn from each other and identify areas for improvement. This partnership is a significant step towards strengthening Morocco's customs administration and enhancing its digital capabilities.

The ADII-KCS partnership is part of Morocco's broader efforts to enhance its digital infrastructure and promote economic growth. By leveraging digital technologies, the country aims to improve its business environment, attract foreign investment, and increase trade competitiveness. The success of this partnership will be closely watched by other countries seeking to modernize their customs administrations.

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  • The ADII and KCS partnership aims to enhance digital capabilities and leverage big data and AI in customs administration.

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