THE PRACTICE OF INTERACTION OF PARTICIPANTS IN FOREIGN TRADE ACTIVITIES WITH CUSTOMS AUTHORITIES: CURRENT STATE AND VECTORS OF DEVELOPMENT
Currently, the existence of effective mechanisms of interaction between government agencies and business structures is a significant lever of influence on the development of the national economy. The nature of such relationships should correspond to the tasks of socio-economic development of the country and the interests of business, contributing to the formation of a more favorable environment for the growth of competitiveness and investment attractiveness of domestic companies in foreign markets, the development of foreign trade activities. The Federal Customs Service plays a significant role in the implementation of Russia's economic policy, creating conditions conducive to the creation of foreign economic relations and the development of entrepreneurship. The interaction of customs authorities with subjects of foreign trade activity is the most important factor in the effective implementation of the tasks facing the customs authorities to accelerate trade turnover, replenish the budget and ensure the economic security of the country. The article considers the main aspects of interaction, identifies some problems, and defines vectors for further development of cooperation between customs authorities and participants in foreign trade activities.