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The EU's current customs code is based on procedures involving paper documents. The European Commission proposed to amend the pending modified customs code and postpone its full implementation until 2020 to modernize the rules and adapt to the electronic environment. The proposed Union Customs Code (UCC) includes centralized clearance, simplified customs formalities for accredited companies, and financial guarantees. Stakeholders, including the European Economic and Social Committee and employers, have expressed views on the proposal, emphasizing the need for proper training and a risk-based approach to customs controls. The European Parliament's Internal Market and Consumer Protection Committee adopted a report on the UCC, and a trilogue agreement with the Council was endorsed, providing a less burdensome administrative environment for economic operators.