<h1>Union Finance Minister Opens First Global Conference on Enforcement Cooperation; Focus on Intelligence Sharing & Illicit Trade.</h1> The Union Finance Minister inaugurated the first Global Conference on Cooperation in Enforcement Matters (GCCEM) in New Delhi, aimed at enhancing collaboration among international law enforcement agencies. The conference, organized by the Directorate of Revenue Intelligence and CBIC, focuses on intelligence sharing and combating illicit trade, including the illegal timber trade. Over 75 delegates from more than 40 customs administrations are participating. The event emphasizes the importance of balancing enforcement with trade facilitation and leveraging technology for effective enforcement. The conference also seeks to forge new partnerships and strengthen existing ones to benefit the global economy.