"A Short Guide to Customs Risk" - interview with the author of the book

Enrika Naujokė
Enrika Naujokė
Co-founder and Director, CustomsClear, Lithuania
Catherine A. C. Truel
Catherine A. C. Truel
Chief Executive Officer, Alegrant Ltd, United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland
Published 17 May 2020
"A Short Guide to Customs Risk" - interview with the author of the book
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The book "A Short Guide to Customs Risk" by Catherine A. C. Truel was published after the financial crisis of 2007-2008, in 2010. After 10 years, we find ourselves in a new crisis and other challenging trade conditions. Therefore, the book is even more relevant. In the interview, the author shares her insights and experiences.

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