EU Chooses Location for Customs Agency Office.
The European Union is choosing a city to host its new Customs Agency (EUCA). Malaga, Spain, was initially in the running. Now, only Rome and Lille remain in the competition.
The European Union is holding a contest to select the location for the European Customs Agency (EUCA). Nine cities were initially competing, including Malaga. After the first round, only Rome and Lille advanced. The agency will have 250 staff. This decision is part of a process to coordinate customs across the EU.
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Highlights
EU Chooses Malaga for Agency
The European Union selected Malaga, Spain, as the location for the European Customs Agency.
Nine Cities Contested Location
Nine European cities were competing to host the new Customs Authority.
Málaga Eliminated from Race
Málaga, Spain, was eliminated after the initial voting round.
Rome and Lille Advance
Only Rome and Lille progressed to the next stage of voting.
Málaga Faces International Setbacks
Málaga’s unsuccessful bid reflects repeated difficulties in securing major events.
Perspectives
- The European Union chose Malaga, Spain, for the European Customs Agency.
- Nine European cities competed for the agency's location.
- The agency will manage a central data hub for EU customs.
- The decision was made through a process involving the Council of the EU and the European Parliament.
The mayor of Malaga is frustrated by repeated failures to secure major events.
El País
The outcome is a competitive process for securing the agency’s headquarters.
Politico EU, El País