TIRANA, March 6 – Albanian Customs officials attended a regional meeting in Bratislava, Slovakia, dedicated to electronic waste (e-waste) management.

The meeting, organized by the Secretariat of the BRS Conventions (Basel, Rotterdam, Stockholm), gathered authorities from Eastern Europe to discuss the implementation of Basel Convention amendments and the cross-border movement of e-waste.

Albania’s participation highlights its commitment to strengthening controls on electronic waste, enhancing regional cooperation, and applying international standards to protect the environment and public health. The Customs Administration also aims to share best practices and improve mechanisms to prevent illegal e-waste shipments.

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