Uzbekistan Boosts Customs Audits with Maldives Expertise

Uzbekistan Boosts Customs Audits with Maldives Expertise

Supported by the SECO-WCO Global Trade Facilitation Programme, a delegation from Uzbekistan Customs visited the Maldives to study post-clearance audit. Through experience exchange and practical exercises, Uzbekistan learned about the Maldives' best practices in risk management and trader compliance. Adapting these practices to their own context, Uzbekistan developed reform plans to improve its national post-clearance audit system and promote trade facilitation. The visit focused on building capacity and understanding practical implementation of modern audit techniques for enhanced efficiency.

01/05/2026 Customs Knowledge
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Bahrain Customs Boosts Efficiency with WCO Modernization Support

Bahrain Customs Boosts Efficiency with WCO Modernization Support

With WCO support, Bahrain Customs enhanced its post-clearance audit capabilities through workshops and learned about pre-arrival processing systems to meet WTO's Trade Facilitation Agreement requirements. This initiative aims to optimize customs clearance processes, improve efficiency, and inject new vitality into Bahrain's economic development. The WCO's continued support will help Bahrain Customs modernize and serve as a model for other developing countries. The training focused on risk management and data analysis techniques to improve audit effectiveness and targeting.

01/05/2026 Customs Knowledge
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Uzbekistan Maldives Boost Customs Efficiency Via Virtual Exchange

Uzbekistan Maldives Boost Customs Efficiency Via Virtual Exchange

Within the framework of the World Customs Organization, Uzbekistan and Maldives Customs conducted a virtual learning exchange on Post Clearance Audit (PCA). The Maldives shared its experience in PCA organization, legal framework, operations, coordination, and IT systems. This effectively enhanced Uzbekistan's customs audit capabilities and promoted cooperation between the two customs administrations. This activity provides a valuable reference for other countries seeking to improve customs management through international cooperation.

01/19/2026 Customs Knowledge
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Armenia Boosts Customs Efficiency with WCO Audit System

Armenia Boosts Customs Efficiency with WCO Audit System

The World Customs Organization (WCO) provided Post Clearance Audit (PCA) support to the State Revenue Committee (SRC) of Armenia, aiming to assist the country's customs administration in implementing a trader-centric audit model and enhancing trade facilitation. The mission covered PCA concepts, objective frameworks, systems audits, audit cycles, and risk management. This support helps Armenian Customs launch its first trader-centric audit pilot project. The initiative is expected to improve compliance and streamline trade processes, ultimately contributing to Armenia's economic growth and international competitiveness.

01/05/2026 Customs Knowledge
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Sierra Leone Boosts Customs Audits with WCO Assistance

Sierra Leone Boosts Customs Audits with WCO Assistance

The World Customs Organization (WCO) conducted a post-clearance audit diagnostic in Sierra Leone to enhance the country's tax revenue supervision capabilities. Through in-depth research and expert recommendations, the WCO tailored an improvement plan for Sierra Leone, covering legal regulations, risk management, information technology, personnel training, and departmental collaboration. This initiative not only improved Sierra Leone's customs audit level but also provided valuable insights for global customs supervision.

01/05/2026 Customs Knowledge
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Iran Adopts Wcobacked Audit System to Boost Customs Efficiency

Iran Adopts Wcobacked Audit System to Boost Customs Efficiency

The WCO held a Post Clearance Audit (PCA) workshop in Iran to assist the country in introducing PCA concepts, improving the efficiency of customs controls, and optimizing the trade environment. The workshop aimed to enhance Iran's capacity in conducting effective post-clearance audits, which are crucial for ensuring compliance with customs regulations and facilitating legitimate trade. By adopting PCA, Iran can streamline its customs procedures, reduce delays, and promote a more transparent and predictable trading system, ultimately contributing to trade facilitation.

01/07/2026 Customs Knowledge
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Maldives Customs Modernizes Risk Management After WCO Report

Maldives Customs Modernizes Risk Management After WCO Report

The World Customs Organization (WCO) presented a diagnostic report to the Maldives Customs Service, highlighting areas for improvement in customs valuation, post-clearance audit, and risk management. The report recommended establishing a robust risk management system, optimizing valuation processes, and upgrading audit methodologies. The Commissioner General of Maldives Customs pledged to develop an action plan based on the recommendations to enhance customs efficiency and transparency, ultimately fostering economic development. This initiative aims to modernize customs operations and facilitate smoother trade flows for the Maldives.

12/30/2025 Customs Knowledge
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WCO Enhances Angolas Customs Valuation to Boost Trade Revenue

WCO Enhances Angolas Customs Valuation to Boost Trade Revenue

The World Customs Organization (WCO) recently assisted Angola Customs in enhancing its customs valuation capabilities. By assessing infrastructure needs, providing recommendations on risk management and post-clearance audit, and conducting customs valuation workshops, the WCO helped Angola Customs improve revenue collection efficiency, promote compliant trade, and strengthen customs valuation oversight of multinational corporations. This assistance demonstrates the importance of international cooperation in improving customs administration.

12/30/2025 Customs Knowledge
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Kyrgyzstan Boosts Customs Oversight Via WCO Partnership

Kyrgyzstan Boosts Customs Oversight Via WCO Partnership

The World Customs Organization (WCO) held a national post-clearance audit (PCA) workshop in Kyrgyzstan to enhance the country's customs audit capabilities. Funded by the Korea Customs Cooperation Fund, WCO experts used interactive teaching and practical exercises to help participants master the theoretical knowledge and operational skills of PCA. The successful workshop will contribute to strengthening Kyrgyzstan's PCA system, promoting trade facilitation, and safeguarding national economic security. The training covered key aspects of PCA implementation and risk management.

01/05/2026 Customs Knowledge
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Guyana Enhances Trade with Modernized Customs Audits

Guyana Enhances Trade with Modernized Customs Audits

The World Customs Organization (WCO) conducted a Post Clearance Audit (PCA) diagnostic mission in Guyana to optimize the country's customs processes, embrace international best practices, and promote trade facilitation. Funded by the UK government, the mission provided valuable guidance for Guyana's implementation of PCA through in-depth research and discussions. This initiative aims to improve clearance efficiency, reduce compliance costs, and ultimately contribute to Guyana's economic development.

01/20/2026 Customs Knowledge
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