Hangzhou Emerges As Global Trade Hub After Ecommerce Boom

Hangzhou Emerges As Global Trade Hub After Ecommerce Boom

As China's first comprehensive cross-border e-commerce pilot zone, Hangzhou has transformed from a 'test field' to a global trade hub in ten years. With 'second-level clearance' efficiency, convenient 'hassle-free returns', and 'ultra-fresh' logistics, Hangzhou's cross-border e-commerce greatly facilitates global trade and serves as a new engine for foreign trade development. In the future, Hangzhou will continue to deepen innovation and contribute more to the development of global trade. It's a model of efficiency and convenience, boosting economic growth through streamlined processes and customer-centric services.

01/30/2026 Logistics Industry Insights
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Amazon Sellers Adopt New Strategies to Clear Inventory Boost Sales

Amazon Sellers Adopt New Strategies to Clear Inventory Boost Sales

This article focuses on the needs of Amazon sellers regarding inventory clearance and creating bestsellers. It recommends efficient channels for inventory resource matching and provides in-depth analysis of key operational strategies, including the underlying logic of CPC, POST tools, advanced A+ pages, and the Apollo ACoS control system. Furthermore, it recommends high-quality FBA first-leg logistics and global IP proxy services to help sellers improve operational efficiency and achieve sales growth. The goal is to equip sellers with practical strategies for both managing excess inventory and launching successful products.

02/04/2026 Logistics
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Azerbaijan Expands Trade Program with WCO Backing

Azerbaijan Expands Trade Program with WCO Backing

The World Customs Organization (WCO) provides technical assistance to Azerbaijan Customs to enhance its Authorized Economic Operator (AEO) program. Through workshops, WCO experts and Azerbaijani Customs representatives discussed the effectiveness of the AEO program, expansion opportunities, and alignment with the SAFE Framework. The goal is to promote trade facilitation, improve supply chain security, and contribute to Azerbaijan's economic growth. The assistance aims to elevate the operational standards of Azerbaijan Customs.

12/30/2025 Customs Knowledge
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ATA Carnet Marks 50 Years Easing Global Trade

ATA Carnet Marks 50 Years Easing Global Trade

As the World Customs Organization celebrates the 50th anniversary of the ATA Carnet system, stakeholders emphasized its importance as a model of customs-business partnership in promoting trade and investment. Discussions focused on developing a paperless ATA Carnet, reaffirming the crucial role of customs-business collaboration in enhancing system efficiency. By simplifying customs procedures and reducing trade costs, the ATA Carnet system significantly contributes to global trade facilitation.

12/30/2025 Customs Knowledge
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WCO Boosts Trade Facilitation Efforts in Latin America

WCO Boosts Trade Facilitation Efforts in Latin America

The WCO Deputy Secretary General attended the ALACAT International Congress, highlighting customs' crucial role in promoting economic competitiveness and implementing the WTO Trade Facilitation Agreement. The WCO showcased relevant tools and measures, emphasizing the importance of customs-business cooperation. During the event, the WCO also strengthened collaboration with Spanish Customs and the Catalan private sector, aiming to build a more efficient and transparent customs system and promote global trade facilitation.

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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WCO COVID19 Project Boosts Global Emergency Preparedness

WCO COVID19 Project Boosts Global Emergency Preparedness

The World Customs Organization's COVID-19 Project concluded in May 2023, aiming to enhance member customs' capacity to respond to pandemics and other emergencies. Through capacity building, tool development, and experience sharing, the project significantly improved member customs' emergency preparedness and response capabilities, setting a benchmark for global customs cooperation. The WCO will continue to provide guidance and technical assistance, strengthening international cooperation to address global challenges collectively.

02/05/2026 Customs Knowledge
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Interpretation of The New Customs Declaration Form: Guidelines for Filling in Consignor, Consignee, and Manufacturer/seller

Interpretation of The New Customs Declaration Form: Guidelines for Filling in Consignor, Consignee, and Manufacturer/seller

This article provides clear guidance for readers by analyzing the filling requirements for 'consignor and consignee' and 'production and sales unit' in the new customs declaration form. The export customs declaration must include relevant information about the enterprise registered with customs, highlighting the importance of contract execution.

07/21/2025 Customs Knowledge
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Ethiopia Boosts Trade with WCO Harmonized System Partnership

Ethiopia Boosts Trade with WCO Harmonized System Partnership

The Ethiopian Customs Commission (ECC), in collaboration with the World Customs Organization (WCO), enhances the professional capacity of its officers in the Harmonized System (HS). This article emphasizes the importance of commodity classification, shares highlights from the ECC's study visit, and provides references and suggestions for customs and enterprises in other developing countries. The aim is to improve trade competitiveness through strengthened customs expertise and efficient classification practices, ultimately contributing to smoother international trade flows.

01/05/2026 Customs Knowledge
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Bolivia Boosts Trade Efficiency with WTO Mercator Program

Bolivia Boosts Trade Efficiency with WTO Mercator Program

The World Customs Organization (WCO), through the Mercator Programme, provides follow-up strategic planning support to the Bolivian National Customs Administration (AN). This aims to assist AN in developing a multi-year strategic plan to enhance customs effectiveness and promote trade facilitation. This online workshop assessed the progress of AN's strategic plan development. WCO experts provided professional guidance, optimizing key performance indicators to support the modernization of Bolivian customs and contribute to national economic development.

01/05/2026 Customs Knowledge
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