AGREEMENT
between the Government of the Russian Federation and the Government of Japan regarding cooperation and mutual assistance in customs matters

The Government of the Russian Federation and the Government of Japan, hereinafter referred to as the Contracting Parties,

Considering that offenses against Customs laws are prejudicial to the economic, fiscal, social, cultural and commercial interests of their respective States,

Considering the importance of assuring the accurate assessment of Customs duties and taxes, and of ensuring proper enforcement of measures of prohibition, restriction and control of goods,

Recognizing the need for international cooperation in matters related to the administration and enforcement of the Customs laws of their respective States,

Convinced that actions against Customs offenses can be made more effective by cooperation between the Customs Administrations, and

Having regard to the Recommendation of the Customs Cooperation Council regarding Mutual Administrative Assistance of December 5, 1953,