SOME PROBLEMS AND TRENDS IN COMBATING CUSTOMS CORRUPTION IN KYRGYZ REPUBLIC

Abstract

Purpose. To identify the factors that determine low efficiency of customs control and corruption. Methodology and Approach. The author analyzed the current situation in combating customs offences in the Kyrgyz Republic after joining the Customs Union and the Eurasian Economic Union, reviewed the measures of the State Customs Service under the Government of the Kyrgyz Republic for the implementation of the anti-corruption plan. The corresponding empirical material is provided. Results. The study empirically proved the existence of customs offences and related manifestations of corruption in the Kyrgyz Republic and proposed concrete measures to reduce corruption in customs. Theoretical and Practical Value. The study generalizes a considerable array of customs statistics and makes some proposals to improve the efficiency of customs control and reduce its corrupt potential.