The customs and tax programmes are essential in this work and, without them, Europe's commerce would be severely disrupted, its competitiveness weakened and the safety and security of its citizens threatened.
Les programmes de douane et de fiscalité occupent une place essentielle dans ces missions, car sans eux, l’Europe verrait son commerce gravement perturbé, sa compétitivité affaiblie et la sécurité de ses citoyens menacée.