Roadmap for the Digitalization of the Trans-Caspian Corridor_final_EN v

ROADMAP FOR THE DIGITALIZATION OF MULTIMODAL DATA AND DOCUMENT EXCHANGE ALONG THE TRANS-CASPIAN TRANSPORT CORRIDOR, USING UNITED NATIONS LEGAL INSTRUMENTS AND STANDARDS1 Recognizing the historical importance of digital technologies and noting the importance of digital transformation for enhancing the integration of landlocked developing countries in the global economy, creating new opportunities f. [...] Data will be interoperable between sectors and the relevant modes of transport along the Trans- Caspian transport corridor, with a view to increasing the efficiency of data exchange and the movement of goods across borders. [...] The Governments of the SPECA participating States along the Trans-Caspian corridor will create an enabling environment for the realization of this vision, together with UNECE and other development partners, recognizing the synergies, between actors in the areas of trade and transport. [...] • 2026 o Economic operators in all countries may use full electronic data exchange on multimodal bill of lading based on the UN/CEFACT standards, o Customs authorities and economic operators may use eCMR based on the CMR Convention and its protocol on eCMR with the use of the UN/CEFACT standards, o Economic operators in relevant countries will participate in the pilot projects on the B2B operation. [...] The Governments of the SPECA participating States recognize the significant value added of the implementation of this Roadmap and will work with UNECE to mobilize the necessary resources for full-fledged implementation of this Roadmap and to strengthen cooperation with other development partners, including UNECE and ESCAP, in this area.