{
  "id": 15996825,
  "title": "Arahan ketatkan semakan bil muatan elak ketirisan hasil, kata ahli akademik",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/22/arahan-ketatkan-semakan-bil-muatan-elak-ketirisan-hasil-kata-ahli-15996825",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-10-22T03:33:00.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Free Malaysia Today",
    "slug": "free-malaysia-today-freemalays",
    "url": "https://www.freemalaysiatoday.com/category/bahasa/tempatan/2026/10/22/arahan-ketatkan-semakan-bil-muatan-elak-ketirisan-hasil-kata-ahli-akademik"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Kastam Johor has announced that they will no longer accept Bills of Lading (B/L) containing incorrect or incomplete information starting October 23, 2022, in order to reduce the risk of errors and verification issues, according to a maritime academic. Dr. Madzli Harun, a lecturer at Universiti Malaysia Terengganu's Faculty of Maritime Studies, emphasized that it is crucial for the information in a B/L to be accurate, complete, and up-to-date to ensure that customs can verify the consignee, discharge port, and movement of a cargo. He warned that mistakes such as an incorrect consignee name or discharge port can lead to delays, disputes, cargo verification problems, and even national security risks. A custom notice dated October 8 explained that the Department of Customs Johor will not accept incomplete or inaccurate B/Ls for customs clearance starting October 23, 2022. They also stated that changing the consignee name through amendment via correction is not a replacement for the original B/L. Dr. Aminul Izmeer Sohaimi, the Department's director, stated that the requirements for accurate, complete, and up-to-date trade information are already covered by the Customs Act 1967, and the 15-day notice period before implementation gives shipping companies, agents, importers, exporters, and port owners time to adjust their documentation processes. However, this 15-day period does not mean that inaccurate information can be submitted before the regulation takes effect. \"If a law already imposes a requirement, we must comply from the start. Don't wait for a new reminder to start checking documents,\" Dr. Harun advised. He added that the responsibility for ensuring document accuracy lies not only with customs but also with agents, shipping companies, importers, and exporters. The maritime academic noted that inaccurate or improper customs clearance can lead to legal consequences if the error can be proven, but not every mistake is automatically deemed a crime. The Department of Customs Johor's action does not necessarily indicate any systemic shortcomings in the customs system; rather, it highlights the need to clarify and standardize documentation practices. Proper adherence can result in more accurate cargo records, reduce disputes, and increase confidence in the country's trade system. \"A good port is not just fast; it is also reliable and law-abiding,\" Dr. Harun concluded.",
  "summary": "Madzli Harun berkata Kastam membuat langkah penting dengan mewajibkan maklumat bil muatan tepat dan lengkap.",
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        "outlet": "Free Malaysia Today",
        "title": "Arahan ketatkan semakan bil muatan elak ketirisan hasil, kata ahli akademik",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/22/arahan-ketatkan-semakan-bil-muatan-elak-ketirisan-hasil-kata-ahli",
        "published": "2026-10-22T03:33:00.000Z"
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
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