Sierra Leone NRA Adopts Competencybased HR System for Tax Efficiency

Sierra Leone NRA Adopts Competencybased HR System for Tax Efficiency

The National Revenue Authority (NRA) of Sierra Leone, with support from the World Customs Organization (WCO), modernized its human resource system by introducing a competency-based HR management system. This initiative aims to enhance organizational effectiveness and build a professional tax workforce to better serve the national economy. This paper analyzes the construction and application of the competency model, and identifies potential challenges faced by the NRA during the transformation process, along with corresponding strategies to address them. The goal is to improve performance and create a skilled and efficient workforce.

02/03/2026 Customs Knowledge
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Guatemala Customs Boosts Leadership for Modernization Efforts

Guatemala Customs Boosts Leadership for Modernization Efforts

Guatemalan Customs, with the support of SECO-WCO, held a leadership workshop to enhance the capabilities of its managers. This initiative aims to promote customs modernization and further facilitate trade. The workshop focused on developing leadership skills necessary for effective management and driving strategic improvements within the customs administration. By investing in its leadership, Guatemalan Customs seeks to streamline processes, reduce trade barriers, and ultimately contribute to economic growth and regional competitiveness. The training underscores the importance of strong leadership in achieving sustainable customs reform and trade facilitation objectives.

02/03/2026 Customs Knowledge
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Botswana Enhances Customs Enforcement for Environmental Agreements

Botswana Enhances Customs Enforcement for Environmental Agreements

The World Customs Organization (WCO), in collaboration with the UN Environment Programme and the Basel Convention Secretariat, held a workshop in Botswana to enhance customs officers' awareness and enforcement capabilities regarding multilateral environmental agreements. The workshop covered key issues such as the Basel Convention and the Montreal Protocol, strengthening cooperation between customs and environmental agencies. The WCO will continue to provide technical support to Botswana and other countries in achieving sustainable development goals. This initiative aims to combat illegal trade in environmentally sensitive goods and promote responsible environmental practices.

02/03/2026 Customs Knowledge
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Bolivia Expands Customs AEO Program with Regional Insights

Bolivia Expands Customs AEO Program with Regional Insights

Bolivian Customs gained insights into the practices and challenges of AEO program implementation through experience sharing with Colombia, Mexico, and Uruguay, aiming to optimize its own AEO program. The analysis focuses on the characteristics of the AEO programs in these three countries, explores the opportunities and challenges faced by Bolivia, and proposes recommendations for future development. It emphasizes that the WCO will continue to provide technical support to help Bolivia improve trade facilitation and enterprise competitiveness. The ultimate goal is to enhance Bolivia's AEO program and contribute to smoother international trade.

02/03/2026 Customs Knowledge
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B2B Websites Strategies to Increase Leads and Conversions

B2B Websites Strategies to Increase Leads and Conversions

This article delves into the core elements of foreign trade website construction, emphasizing a "customer-centric" approach. It focuses on building website content around four dimensions: "products, solutions, case studies, and service support." Through case analysis, it illustrates the consumption paths and needs of different customer types. The article proposes key suggestions for creating a high-converting "online showroom" aimed at helping foreign trade companies improve website inquiry conversion rates. The goal is to transform the website into a lead generation machine by providing relevant and engaging content.

02/03/2026 Customs Knowledge
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Tianjinyerevan Air Freight Boosts Central Asia Trade

Tianjinyerevan Air Freight Boosts Central Asia Trade

Air freight from Tianjin to Yerevan serves as a crucial logistics channel connecting China with Armenia and Central Asia, characterized by its speed, security, and reliability. By optimizing transportation time, strengthening security measures, and offering customized services, this route effectively supports the development of international trade in Central Asia. It provides strong support for businesses to succeed in the market. This efficient air cargo service significantly reduces transit times, ensuring timely delivery of goods and contributing to enhanced logistics efficiency for businesses involved in China-Central Asia trade.

02/03/2026 Logistics
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Crossborder Ecommerce Grows Amid Policy Shifts Competition

Crossborder Ecommerce Grows Amid Policy Shifts Competition

This report outlines the dynamics of the cross-border e-commerce industry in the 26th issue of 2025, focusing on local policy support, platform competition, and enterprise development. Measures such as the opening of the Zhengzhou Postal Collection Warehouse and the China-Europe Railway Express enhance logistics efficiency. The actions of TEMU and Shopee reflect intensifying platform competition. Companies like ZTO Express and Youkeshu are showing strong performance, while Joybuy is expanding into the French market. This report provides a concise overview of the key trends shaping the industry.

02/03/2026 Logistics Industry Insights
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ASCM and Deloitte Outline Digital Supply Chain Resilience Plan

ASCM and Deloitte Outline Digital Supply Chain Resilience Plan

ASCM and Deloitte have jointly launched a digital capabilities model for supply chain networks, aiming to help companies address challenges such as market volatility, digital disruption, and evolving consumer expectations. The model emphasizes data-driven decision-making, agile response, collaborative cooperation, and continuous innovation. Looking ahead to 2026, supply chain management software will evolve towards intelligence, integration, and platformization, covering a wider range of operations, improving response speed, execution capabilities, and decision support. This evolution will be crucial for businesses seeking to optimize their supply chains in the face of increasing complexity.

02/04/2026 Logistics
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Six Proven Tactics for New Shopee Sellers to Boost Traffic

Six Proven Tactics for New Shopee Sellers to Boost Traffic

This article delves into the sources of Shopee store traffic, offering six key strategies to attract and engage customers: keyword optimization for improved search ranking, fan engagement to enhance customer loyalty, bulk listing to capitalize on traffic opportunities, event registration to gain platform support, Shopee advertising for targeted traffic, and off-site promotion to expand store influence. It also details methods for discovering untapped keywords, helping sellers boost store traffic and sales. This provides a comprehensive guide for Shopee sellers looking to improve their online presence and drive revenue.

12/29/2025 Logistics Encyclopedia
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Douyin Shop Expands Services to Boost Merchant Growth

Douyin Shop Expands Services to Boost Merchant Growth

Douyin Store launches "Worry-Free Service" providing one-stop warehousing, quality inspection, and customer service for merchants with existing inventory. This helps improve store experience scores and gain more traffic support. After activation, products will benefit from excellent logistics and customer service satisfaction, making it suitable for merchants with existing inventory or complete supply chains. The platform also introduces experience score and logistics score exemption policies, encouraging merchants to seize the opportunity and achieve explosive sales growth. This service aims to facilitate smoother operations and better performance for participating stores.

12/30/2025 Warehousing
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