Albania Upgrades Customs Lab to Enhance Trade Efficiency

Albania Upgrades Customs Lab to Enhance Trade Efficiency

With the support of WCO and Eurocustoms, Albanian Customs held a laboratory modernization workshop in 2017, aiming to enhance commodity classification and identification capabilities. Through hardware upgrades, quality management system improvements, personnel skill development, and international cooperation, Albania is committed to building a modern and internationally competitive customs laboratory. This initiative seeks to promote trade facilitation, ensure regulatory compliance, and ultimately contribute to the nation's economic development.

01/05/2026 Customs Knowledge
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Ningbozhoushan Ranks 7th in Global Shipping Hub Index

Ningbozhoushan Ranks 7th in Global Shipping Hub Index

A recent report indicates that Ningbo-Zhoushan Port has risen to become the 7th largest shipping center globally, surpassing Athens/Piraeus. This signifies a dynamic shift in the global shipping landscape. While Singapore maintains its leading position, Ningbo-Zhoushan Port's ascent is attributed to China's economic growth and the port's continuous improvements. This achievement highlights the increasing importance of Chinese ports in international trade and shipping.

01/05/2026 Logistics
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Comoros Modernizes Customs System to Enhance Trade

Comoros Modernizes Customs System to Enhance Trade

With the assistance of the World Customs Organization (WCO), Comoros has upgraded its national commodity nomenclature to the HS 2012 version and signed the instrument of accession to the HS Convention. This aims to improve Comoros' trade efficiency, tariff revenue, and international image, bringing new opportunities for its economic development. Capacity building will follow to enhance customs officers' understanding and application of the HS.

12/30/2025 Customs Knowledge
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WCO Launches Scholarships for Small Island Economies Capacity Building

WCO Launches Scholarships for Small Island Economies Capacity Building

The World Customs Organization (WCO) launched a scholarship program for Small Island Economies (SIEs) to enhance the capacity building of customs officials in these regions. The program provides training in areas such as international economics, trade regulations, data analysis, and risk management to SIEs customs officials through needs assessments, curriculum design, and expert instruction. It aims to help them improve customs management and promote sustainable economic development.

01/05/2026 Customs Knowledge
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Global Firms Face Talent Shortages Recession Risks in 2020

Global Firms Face Talent Shortages Recession Risks in 2020

The Conference Board's annual survey reveals that global business leaders are most concerned about talent shortages and the risk of economic recession in 2020. Companies need to strengthen risk management, optimize supply chains, embrace technological innovation, and actively address trade frictions and geopolitical risks to achieve sustainable development. Addressing the talent war and mitigating the impact of a potential recession are critical for business resilience.

01/15/2026 Logistics Industry Insights
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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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Electric Trucks Transform Port Logistics for Sustainability

Electric Trucks Transform Port Logistics for Sustainability

Forum Mobility accelerates the adoption of electric trucks in ports through financing and partnerships, aiming to reshape the logistics ecosystem and achieve environmental, economic, and social benefits. US ports are actively adapting to trade changes by investing in infrastructure, data analytics, and inland transportation. In the future, technologies such as artificial intelligence and blockchain will be deeply integrated to promote intelligent, automated, and sustainable logistics development.

01/20/2026 Logistics Industry Insights
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Tanzania Boosts Trade with Upgraded Customs System

Tanzania Boosts Trade with Upgraded Customs System

With support from WCO/JICA, Tanzania is actively developing a customs risk management framework to enhance customs efficiency, combat smuggling and tax evasion, and promote trade facilitation. Through risk identification, assessment, control, and monitoring, this framework will help Tanzanian customs address challenges and contribute to national economic development. International cooperation and continuous improvement are key. The risk management concept is also applicable to other areas.

01/30/2026 Customs Knowledge
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Comoros Seeks Trade Growth Via Wcobacked Customs Reform

Comoros Seeks Trade Growth Via Wcobacked Customs Reform

The World Customs Organization (WCO) supports Comoros in acceding to the Revised Kyoto Convention (RKC). Through technical assistance and capacity building, the WCO aims to help Comoros simplify customs procedures, improve trade efficiency, attract foreign investment, and ultimately achieve economic growth. The government of Comoros has pledged its full support and strives to meet the accession requirements by June 2019, opening itself to the world.

02/05/2026 Customs Knowledge
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Thailandmalaysia Railway Enhances Southeast Asia Trade Tourism

Thailandmalaysia Railway Enhances Southeast Asia Trade Tourism

The Thailand-Malaysia railway is a vital cross-border rail line connecting Bangkok and Kuala Lumpur, spanning 1641 kilometers. It fosters trade, investment, and tourism between the two countries. Utilizing advanced technology and environmentally friendly measures, it offers passengers a comfortable and efficient cross-border travel experience. It serves as a model for regional cooperation in Southeast Asia, facilitating economic growth and cultural exchange through improved connectivity.

02/05/2026 Logistics
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