In a recent press release, Finnish Customs revealed the results of a comprehensive investigation into an elaborate criminal network involved in the illegal distribution of snus and tobacco products in the Pirkanmaa region and the Helsinki area. The investigation exposed a web of smuggling and distribution activities that spanned across borders and involved about twenty suspects.
Customs enforcement has responded comprehensively to the sanctions against Russia, according to a recent press release. The export and import sanctions imposed by the EU on Russia over the past year have been extensive, with each new sanctions package extending the enforcement and reinforcing the aim of the previous packages.
Based on customs declarations in the last year, Customs has discovered close to 21,000 potentially irregular shipments.