Global Trade Boosted by Customs Modernization Logistics Partnerships

Global Trade Boosted by Customs Modernization Logistics Partnerships

The 15th International Congress of the Federation of International Trade and Logistics Operators of Colombia (FITAC) focused on the role of logistics and customs in global economic competitiveness. The conference highlighted the importance of customs-business partnerships and explored customs modernization priorities, including technological innovation, international cooperation, and capacity building. These efforts aim to build a new pattern of efficient, secure, and convenient global trade.

01/26/2026 Logistics Industry Insights
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MENA Customs Adopts Blockchain Aiiot to Modernize Trade

MENA Customs Adopts Blockchain Aiiot to Modernize Trade

The WCO's MENA region workshop on disruptive technologies focused on the application of blockchain, AI, and IoT in customs. These technologies can reshape the future of trade by enhancing supply chain transparency, optimizing risk assessment, and enabling real-time cargo tracking. The development of international standards and strengthened regional cooperation are key for MENA customs administrations to seize the opportunities presented by digital transformation.

01/26/2026 Customs Knowledge
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Ecommerce Surge Drives Air Cargo Demand Strains Capacity

Ecommerce Surge Drives Air Cargo Demand Strains Capacity

The booming cross-border e-commerce has fueled the demand for air cargo, but also brought challenges such as capacity bottlenecks and talent shortages. Air cargo companies need to address these challenges and seize opportunities through technological innovation, win-win cooperation, talent cultivation, and green environmental protection. By doing so, they can jointly build an efficient and sustainable global trade system with e-commerce.

01/29/2026 Logistics
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Tanzania Boosts Trade with Upgraded Customs System

Tanzania Boosts Trade with Upgraded Customs System

With support from WCO/JICA, Tanzania is actively developing a customs risk management framework to enhance customs efficiency, combat smuggling and tax evasion, and promote trade facilitation. Through risk identification, assessment, control, and monitoring, this framework will help Tanzanian customs address challenges and contribute to national economic development. International cooperation and continuous improvement are key. The risk management concept is also applicable to other areas.

01/30/2026 Customs Knowledge
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WCO WTO Train Trade Committee Chairs to Boost Global Commerce

WCO WTO Train Trade Committee Chairs to Boost Global Commerce

The World Customs Organization (WCO), in collaboration with the World Trade Organization (WTO), empowers National Trade Facilitation Committee (NTFC) Chairs through capacity building, enhancing their understanding and implementation of the Trade Facilitation Agreement (TFA). The WCO's Mercator Program and related tools are highlighted within the curriculum, aiming to assist countries in improving trade efficiency. This multi-stakeholder cooperation model provides an effective pathway for global trade facilitation.

02/02/2026 Customs Knowledge
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Tianjin Port and China National Foreign Trade Transportation Corporation Join Forces to Create a New Future for Inland Logistics

Tianjin Port and China National Foreign Trade Transportation Corporation Join Forces to Create a New Future for Inland Logistics

Tianjin Port has partnered with China National Foreign Trade Transportation Group to enhance inland logistics network construction. The collaboration focuses on optimizing transportation structures through a dry port system, promoting sea-rail intermodal transport and scheduled road services. Leveraging the geographical advantages of the Tianjin port, they aim to improve logistics efficiency.

07/18/2025 Logistics
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