World Customs Journal Highlights Global Trade Shifts

World Customs Journal Highlights Global Trade Shifts

The International Network of Customs Universities (INCU) released the eighth edition of the *World Customs Journal*, focusing on topics such as customs-business partnerships, performance measurement, customs and taxation, and the impact of climate change on international trade. This journal gathers research findings from global experts and scholars, providing valuable insights for businesses, policymakers, and researchers, and leading the future direction of customs transformation.

01/22/2026 Customs Knowledge
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US Customs Rules Tighten Hurting Crossborder Ecommerce

US Customs Rules Tighten Hurting Crossborder Ecommerce

The US's cancellation of the T86 customs clearance model and imposition of tariffs pose an existential threat to cross-border e-commerce direct mail sellers. The article highlights key strategies for overcoming these challenges, including transitioning to compliant customs clearance, restructuring supply chains, and strategically deploying overseas warehouses. It urges sellers to proactively adapt and embrace change to capitalize on emerging opportunities in this evolving landscape.

01/22/2026 Logistics Industry Insights
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Three Principles to Overcome Mediocrity and Reinvent Yourself

Three Principles to Overcome Mediocrity and Reinvent Yourself

This article provides a year-long plan for changing your destiny. Utilizing three core principles – 'Observe, Stop, Modify' – it helps readers become aware of their current situation, break negative cycles, and take effective action to improve their self-worth. This enables a life transformation, allowing individuals to overcome mediocrity and achieve personal success. The plan focuses on practical steps and actionable strategies for lasting positive change.

01/23/2026 Logistics Industry Insights
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Mitsubishi Heavy Exits Shipbuilding Amid Industry Downturn

Mitsubishi Heavy Exits Shipbuilding Amid Industry Downturn

Mitsubishi Heavy Industries' reduction in shipbuilding reflects the challenges facing the shipping industry: overcapacity, weak demand, and low freight rates. Industry consolidation, technological upgrades, and strategic transformation are crucial for companies to navigate this crisis. Despite these challenges, the shipping industry holds significant opportunities driven by global economic development and emerging markets. Only by actively embracing change can companies overcome obstacles and achieve revitalization.

01/28/2026 Logistics Industry Insights
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Chen Changyin Mahua Expands Global Sales Through Digitalization

Chen Changyin Mahua Expands Global Sales Through Digitalization

Chen Changyin Mahua, a 119-year-old Chongqing time-honored brand, has achieved annual sales equivalent to circling the Earth twice through strategic transformation, digital empowerment, and product innovation. Its success lies in adhering to quality, embracing change, leveraging digital technologies, and building a strong brand culture. This provides valuable lessons for other time-honored enterprises seeking to adapt and thrive in the modern market.

02/02/2026 Logistics Industry Insights
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Aipowered GEO Strategy Boosts Export Business Growth

Aipowered GEO Strategy Boosts Export Business Growth

Foreign trade enterprises are facing challenges brought by AI, and traditional SEO is no longer the only solution. This paper proposes a GEO content strategy, emphasizing optimizing training corpus, increasing external citations, and strengthening user interaction to enhance the enterprise's weight in AI recommendation systems, thereby gaining more business opportunities. Embracing change and mastering the customer acquisition secrets of the AI era is key for success.

02/05/2026 Logistics Industry Insights
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New File Format Streamlines Global Customs Inspections

New File Format Streamlines Global Customs Inspections

Unified File Format (UFF) 3.0 is a data exchange standard led by the World Customs Organization (WCO) to achieve data interoperability between different Non-Intrusive Inspection (NII) devices, improving customs inspection efficiency. UFF 3.0 defines a unified file structure, data types, and schema templates, optimizing data transmission methods and change management processes. It lays the foundation for data standardization and interoperability in the field of customs inspection.

02/05/2026 Customs Knowledge
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Lesotho Revenue Authority Modernizes Talent Management for Efficiency

Lesotho Revenue Authority Modernizes Talent Management for Efficiency

The Lesotho Revenue Authority (LRA) is implementing a competency-based human resource management system in collaboration with the World Customs Organization (WCO) to enhance operational efficiency and tax revenue. WCO workshops and capacity-building support are helping LRA staff acquire modern HR management skills and develop action plans. With strong commitment from LRA leadership, talent management is poised to be a key driver in the tax department's transformation. This initiative signifies a significant step towards modernizing the LRA and improving its ability to meet its revenue collection goals.

01/05/2026 Customs Knowledge
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Royal Air Maroc Expands African Air Logistics Network

Royal Air Maroc Expands African Air Logistics Network

Royal Air Maroc serves as a vital air hub connecting Africa to global markets, offering comprehensive air logistics solutions through its extensive network, innovative digital tools, and robust operational capabilities. The company excels in fleet capacity, route network, specialized cargo transportation, digital services, customer service, and sustainable development. Royal Air Maroc is committed to creating value for global trade partners and solidifying its industry leadership position by providing reliable and efficient air freight services across the African continent and beyond. Their focus remains on facilitating seamless cross-border trade.

01/04/2026 Airlines
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Grees Prepared Meal Venture Sparks Industry Debate

Grees Prepared Meal Venture Sparks Industry Debate

Dong Mingzhu's leadership in Gree Electric Appliances' foray into the prepared meal market has garnered significant attention. This article delves into Gree's strategic intentions, market prospects, and potential risks in entering this sector. By comparing successes and failures of other companies, it explores Gree's chances of success in the prepared meal equipment manufacturing field. Furthermore, the article highlights that a breakthrough in e-commerce channels is crucial for Gree to regain its peak position in the air conditioning industry. The move signals a diversification strategy amid changing market dynamics.

12/30/2025 Logistics Industry Insights
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