Amazon Sellers Urged to Tackle Counterfeits Safeguard Brands

Amazon Sellers Urged to Tackle Counterfeits Safeguard Brands

Amazon listing hijacking is increasingly threatening brand sellers. Amazon protects intellectual property through measures such as Brand Registry, Transparency Program, and Project Zero. Sellers should register trademarks, monitor listings, report infringements, and differentiate their products to proactively defend their rights. By taking these steps, sellers can contribute to a healthier Amazon ecosystem and combat the negative impacts of listing hijacking. It's crucial for brands to actively protect their IP and differentiate themselves to thrive in the competitive Amazon marketplace.

02/06/2026 Customs Knowledge
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Understanding CIF Key to International Trade Costs

Understanding CIF Key to International Trade Costs

This article provides an in-depth analysis of the CIF trade term, clarifying its meaning, the responsibilities of both buyer and seller, the allocation of insurance liability, advantages, disadvantages, and application scenarios. By comparing CIF with other trade terms such as FOB, CFR, and DDP, it helps readers comprehensively understand CIF. This understanding enables better risk control and cost reduction in international trade. It emphasizes the importance of understanding CIF terms for effective international trade practices.

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Mauritius Tax Authority Boosts Ecoprotection Via Data Partnerships

Mauritius Tax Authority Boosts Ecoprotection Via Data Partnerships

The Mauritius Revenue Authority (MRA) effectively implements environmental compliance in cross-border trade through legal frameworks, institutional cooperation, risk management, and technology application. Despite challenges in information sharing and capacity building, the MRA's experience offers valuable lessons for other countries, particularly in waste management, green technology promotion, and endangered species protection. This approach highlights the importance of a multi-faceted strategy for integrating environmental considerations into international trade practices and ensuring sustainable development.

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Australia Tightens Border Security with Stricter Environmental Checks

Australia Tightens Border Security with Stricter Environmental Checks

The Australian Border Force (ABF) is actively building a strong green border by working closely with domestic departments and strictly enforcing international conventions. A core responsibility of the ABF is to implement environmental control measures at the border on behalf of the Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water (DCCEEW) and the Department of Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry (DAFF). This includes enforcing regulations related to the import and export of environmentally sensitive goods and ensuring compliance with international environmental agreements.

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Cuba Calls on WTO to Address Trade Barriers Masked As Regulations

Cuba Calls on WTO to Address Trade Barriers Masked As Regulations

Cuba proposed strengthening GATT Article V at the WTO, aiming to prevent members from imposing trade barriers based on "non-commercial reasons," restricting the free transit of goods and means of transport. The proposal emphasizes the principle of non-discrimination, calling for a clear definition of "non-commercial reasons," enhanced review mechanisms, and the establishment of dispute resolution mechanisms. The goal is to build a fairer and more transparent international trade system by addressing potential abuses of trade restrictions under the guise of non-commercial justifications.

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New Trade Policies Aim to Cut Business Costs Boost Efficiency

New Trade Policies Aim to Cut Business Costs Boost Efficiency

This paper delves into key strategies for optimizing fees and taxes within trade facilitation, emphasizing the importance of special and differential treatment. It clarifies the scope, parameters, and publication requirements of fees and taxes, and showcases practical benefits through case studies. Furthermore, it provides companies with practical advice on leveraging these rules to gain more advantages, aiming to help them reduce costs, improve efficiency, and enhance competitiveness in international trade. The focus is on empowering businesses to thrive in the global marketplace.

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Global Push to Simplify Trade by Ending Consular Authentication

Global Push to Simplify Trade by Ending Consular Authentication

This paper explores the hindering effect of consular authentication on international trade, arguing for its abolishment and highlighting the benefits. It introduces initiatives by the United States and Uganda within the WTO framework to eliminate consular authentication. The analysis covers the challenges associated with this removal and proposes corresponding solutions. Finally, the paper looks ahead to future trends in global trade facilitation, emphasizing the positive impact of removing unnecessary bureaucratic hurdles like consular authentication to improve efficiency and reduce costs for international businesses.

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US Pushes Digital Trade Transparency for Global Commerce

US Pushes Digital Trade Transparency for Global Commerce

The United States actively promotes the online disclosure of trade clearance information within the WTO framework. This initiative aims to enhance transparency, streamline procedures, reduce trade costs and time, and promote fair competition, ultimately creating a more efficient and transparent future for global trade. Aligned with the digital trend, this proposal lays the groundwork for the global digital transformation of trade and embodies the principles of openness, cooperation, and win-win trade.

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Developing Nations Push for Flexible Trade Rules in WTO Talks

Developing Nations Push for Flexible Trade Rules in WTO Talks

China, India, Pakistan, and Sri Lanka jointly called for attention to the special circumstances of developing countries in trade facilitation negotiations. They emphasized commitment flexibility, technical assistance, and the applicability of dispute resolution mechanisms. Recommendations included modular commitments, establishing a technical assistance coordination mechanism, and introducing pre-dispute resolution procedures. The aim is to build a more flexible and pragmatic implementation framework, fostering shared global trade prosperity. This approach seeks to ensure that trade facilitation measures are implemented in a way that is supportive of developing countries' needs and capacities.

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Trade Facilitation Key to Equitable Growth in Developing Nations

Trade Facilitation Key to Equitable Growth in Developing Nations

This proposal emphasizes the need to fully consider the special circumstances of developing countries in trade facilitation negotiations, closely linking technical assistance and capacity building (ATRC) with obligations to build a mutually beneficial partnership. The core elements include demand-driven ATRC, the coordinating role of the WTO, phased implementation of commitments, and prioritization of dispute resolution. The aim is to ensure that trade facilitation benefits all countries, especially developing and least developed countries. It highlights the importance of tailored support and a collaborative approach to achieve inclusive and sustainable trade growth.

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