Office of International Affairs
Assistant Commissioner James L. Collins
The Office of International Affairs (INA) is responsible for coordinating and supporting foreign initiatives, programs and activities within CBP. INA strives to extend U.S. borders by implementing programs and initiatives that promote anti-terrorism, global border security, non-proliferation, export controls, immigration and capacity building. INA focuses on international cooperation and strengthening multi- and bi-lateral relationships to achieve international agreements and joint efforts that both facilitate and secure legitimate trade.
INA promotes expansion of the World Customs Organization (WCO) Framework of Standards for supply chain security and facilitation by providing targeted countries with training and advisory support through programs such as, Capacity Building and Export Control and Border Security (EXBS). INA provides in-country advisory support for broad-based customs reform and modernization and ensures CBP is represented at overseas posts and influencing policy throughout the world.
Laboratories and Scientific Services
Assistant Commissioner Larry (Dave) Fluty
Laboratories and Scientific Services (LSS) is the scientific, technical, and forensic arm of U.S. Customs and Border Protection, providing forensic and scientific testing in the area of Trade Enforcement, Weapons of Mass Destruction, Intellectual Property Rights, and Narcotics Enforcement. LSS operates the eight Field Laboratories, numerous Forward Operating Laboratories at CBP's front line, the INTERDICT Science Center for counter-narcotics expertise, 24x7 Radiation/Nuclear and Narcotics Reachback at the Teleforensic Center, and the Interdiction Technology Branch for Rapid Technology Assessments of emerging digital forensic, inspection/detection, and tunnel technologies.
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