Togo Boosts Trade with Wcobacked AEO Program

Togo Boosts Trade with Wcobacked AEO Program

The World Customs Organization (WCO) is supporting the Togolese Revenue Authority (TRA) in establishing an Authorized Economic Operator (AEO) system to enhance trade facilitation and international competitiveness in Togo. Through workshops, field visits, and action plan development, Togo is working to build an AEO system that aligns with international standards. This initiative aims to reduce operational costs for businesses, optimize supply chain efficiency, and promote trade security and facilitation.

02/12/2026 Customs Knowledge
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Mozambique Tax Authority Enhances Efficiency Via WCO HR Upgrade

Mozambique Tax Authority Enhances Efficiency Via WCO HR Upgrade

With support from the China Customs Cooperation Fund, the World Customs Organization (WCO) is assisting the Mozambique Revenue Authority (MRA) in modernizing its human resource management system. Through in-depth diagnostics, expert workshops, and tailored solutions, the WCO provides strong support for the MRA to build an efficient, fair, and motivating human resource system. This initiative aims to enhance employee capabilities and promote organizational development within the MRA.

02/12/2026 Customs Knowledge
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WCO Aids Uganda in Crackdown on Wildlife Trafficking

WCO Aids Uganda in Crackdown on Wildlife Trafficking

With funding from Sweden, the World Customs Organization (WCO) conducted a diagnostic assessment of the Uganda Revenue Authority's (URA) capacity to enforce the CITES Convention. This initiative, under the INAMA project, aims to enhance the URA's ability to combat illegal wildlife trade. The assessment included institutional reviews, officer training, and field visits. This lays the foundation for future cooperation to protect endangered wildlife species and combat wildlife trafficking.

02/02/2026 Customs Knowledge
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Tanzania Boosts Customs Efficiency with WCO Training on HS Codes

Tanzania Boosts Customs Efficiency with WCO Training on HS Codes

With the support of the World Customs Organization, the Tanzania Revenue Authority has launched a capacity building project aimed at enhancing HS code and valuation capabilities. The project comprehensively improves Tanzania's customs management level through measures such as training of trainers, building risk assessment tools, strengthening government-enterprise cooperation, and laboratory construction. This initiative promotes trade facilitation and fair tax collection, injecting new impetus into the country's economic development.

02/02/2026 Customs Knowledge
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Uzbekistan Launches Trade Efficiency Program for Businesses

Uzbekistan Launches Trade Efficiency Program for Businesses

The World Customs Organization is assisting Uzbekistan in upgrading its Authorized Economic Operator (AEO) program. This aims to enhance customs risk management capabilities, provide certified companies with trade facilitation benefits, reduce operating costs, and strengthen customs-business partnerships. The upgraded AEO program offers strategic opportunities for businesses to expand their operations within the Uzbek market by streamlining customs procedures and fostering a more predictable and efficient trading environment.

02/02/2026 Customs Knowledge
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Armenia Boosts Customs Oversight with WCO Risk Management Aid

Armenia Boosts Customs Oversight with WCO Risk Management Aid

The World Customs Organization (WCO) supports Armenia in enhancing its customs risk management and post-clearance audit capabilities, aiming to establish an efficient "Blue Lane" to promote trade facilitation. Through diagnostic assessments, the development of risk management systems, the improvement of post-clearance audit systems, and the construction of the "Blue Lane," Armenian Customs is moving towards modernization and intelligence. This progress contributes significantly to trade security and economic development.

02/03/2026 Customs Knowledge
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Ukraine Advances Customs Modernization to Boost Trade Efficiency

Ukraine Advances Customs Modernization to Boost Trade Efficiency

The State Fiscal Service (SFS) of Ukraine is actively pursuing customs modernization, collaborating with the World Customs Organization (WCO) to develop a strategic planning framework. This framework includes stakeholder analysis, SWOT analysis, vision reshaping, and the establishment of strategic priorities. The initiative aims to enhance customs clearance efficiency, improve the business environment, strengthen risk management, and promote international cooperation. This will contribute significantly to Ukraine's economic development and international trade.

02/03/2026 Customs Knowledge
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Maldives Customs Strengthens Leadership for Faster Strategy Execution

Maldives Customs Strengthens Leadership for Faster Strategy Execution

The Maldives Customs Service enhanced its leadership effectiveness and accelerated the implementation of the Mercator Programme through a WCO-tailored executive development program. The program focused on three key dimensions: organizational development, team building, and individual leadership. With the Director General taking the lead, a strategic plan has been developed, promising a brighter future for the organization. This initiative aims to strengthen customs management and drive strategic goals forward.

02/03/2026 Customs Knowledge
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Ecommerce Firms Push for Smoother Crossborder Customs Clearance

Ecommerce Firms Push for Smoother Crossborder Customs Clearance

The World Customs Organization (WCO) and the Universal Postal Union (UPU) jointly released guidelines to assist national customs and postal administrations in developing Memorandums of Understanding (MoUs) at the national level. These MoUs aim to enhance information sharing, risk management collaboration, and improve customs clearance efficiency and security. The initiative seeks to reduce operational costs, improve customer experience, and facilitate trade, ultimately promoting the healthy development of cross-border e-commerce.

02/03/2026 Customs Knowledge
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WCO Aids Angola in Tax Administration Reform

WCO Aids Angola in Tax Administration Reform

The World Customs Organization (WCO) held a strategic planning workshop at the headquarters of the Angolan Tax Administration (AGT) to enhance AGT's strategic planning and risk management capabilities. The workshop reviewed AGT's annual operational plan, provided recommendations for improvement, and conducted an environmental scan of AGT's risk management efforts. This event fostered collaboration among AGT departments and laid the foundation for the modernization of tax administration in Angola.

02/03/2026 Customs Knowledge
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