دور الجمارك في حماية المنتوج الوطني

Abstract

"The protective role of the Customs Administration represents one of the fundamental mechanisms adopted by the State to safeguard national products and maintain economic balance within the domestic market, particularly in light of the continuous expansion of international trade and economic liberalization. The role of Customs is no longer confined to the collection of customs duties and taxes; rather, it has evolved into a regulatory and strategic institution that contributes to the implementation of the State's economic policy by protecting domestic production from various practices that may undermine its competitiveness. This protection is achieved through a range of legal and regulatory mechanisms, including the application of customs tariffs to reduce unfair foreign competition and encourage domestic products, as well as customs control and conformity assessment to ensure that imported goods comply with the applicable legal and technical standards. Furthermore, the Customs Administration plays a significant role in combating customs-related offences, particularly smuggling and counterfeiting, due to the serious threats they pose to the national economy and the interests of domestic producers. The importance of national products lies in their role as a fundamental pillar of economic development, the promotion of domestic investment, and the creation of employment opportunities. Therefore, protecting national products has become both an economic and a legal necessity dictated by the public interest, especially in the face of the challenges arising from globalization and trade liberalization."