DHL Canada Strike Disrupts Crossborder Ecommerce Shipments

DHL Canada Strike Disrupts Crossborder Ecommerce Shipments

A nationwide DHL strike in Canada is causing delays for cross-border e-commerce parcels, impacting companies like Lululemon, Shein, and Temu. The strike stems from labor disputes, rooted in the conflict between algorithms and human labor. This article analyzes the strike's impact, offers coping strategies for e-commerce sellers, and explores the interplay between machine intelligence and human value. It provides valuable insights for cross-border e-commerce businesses navigating this disruption.

01/07/2026 Logistics
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WCO Backs Gambias Customs Reform for West African Leadership

WCO Backs Gambias Customs Reform for West African Leadership

The World Customs Organization (WCO), through the WACAM project, is assisting the Gambia Revenue Authority (GRA) in building a competency-based human resource management system. Through expert consultations and institutionalization efforts, the GRA is expected to become a benchmark for human resource management in West Africa, offering valuable lessons for other developing countries. This initiative aims to strengthen the GRA's capabilities and contribute to its overall effectiveness and efficiency in customs administration.

01/26/2026 Customs Knowledge
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China's Export Dilemma: Buyout vs. Agency Trade Models Compared

China's Export Dilemma: Buyout vs. Agency Trade Models Compared

The difference between buying export and agent export lies in the former referring to exports conducted through an entity with export rights when lacking such rights, while the latter involves an authorized exporter acting as an agent to ensure foreign exchange repatriation. Buying export does not enjoy tax rebates, whereas agent export can apply for them. Understanding these distinctions is crucial for foreign trade operations.

07/28/2025 Customs Knowledge
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Gambia Revenue Authority Adopts Wcobacked Competencybased HR System

Gambia Revenue Authority Adopts Wcobacked Competencybased HR System

The Gambia Revenue Authority, with support from the World Customs Organization, implemented a competency-based human resource management model. This included developing job catalogs and competency frameworks, which received positive feedback after a pilot phase. Future plans involve creating onboarding programs and sharing experiences with national institutions to promote the modernization of human resource management at the national level. The implementation of the competency model is a key component of the ongoing tax reform efforts in Gambia.

12/30/2025 Customs Knowledge
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Chatgpt Transforms Global Ecommerce Strategies

Chatgpt Transforms Global Ecommerce Strategies

ChatGPT has garnered significant attention in cross-border e-commerce, assisting with product selection, copywriting, and data analysis, thereby enhancing operational efficiency. However, it cannot completely replace human operators. Cross-border e-commerce professionals need to improve their skills and embrace change, developing ChatGPT into a "powerful assistant" to jointly promote industry upgrades. It is a tool to be leveraged, not a replacement for strategic thinking and human interaction in navigating the complexities of the global market.

01/05/2026 Logistics Industry Insights
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Wcos WACAM Project Modernizes Customs HRM in West and Central Africa

Wcos WACAM Project Modernizes Customs HRM in West and Central Africa

The World Customs Organization (WCO) - West and Central Africa Capacity Building Working Group (WACAM) project expanded to Central Africa, aiming to enhance customs human resource management in the region. Through regional workshops and on-site support to Gabon Customs, the project has made significant progress in areas such as competency models and job management. This project will continue to support the modernization of human resource management in West and Central African customs administrations, contributing to regional development.

01/07/2026 Customs Knowledge
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Liberia Enhances Tax Collection with WCO Assistance

Liberia Enhances Tax Collection with WCO Assistance

With the support of the WCO WACAM project, the Liberia Revenue Authority is actively implementing a competency-based human resource management system. This includes developing tools such as job benchmarks, competency frameworks, and job descriptions, as well as formulating human resource and training strategies. This initiative aims to enhance employee performance, achieve organizational goals, and inject new vitality into Liberia's economic development and social progress. The focus is on building a skilled and effective tax workforce.

01/07/2026 Customs Knowledge
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Nvidia CEO Soul Outweighs Intellect in AI Era

Nvidia CEO Soul Outweighs Intellect in AI Era

Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang predicted in Cambridge that in the AI era, intelligence will no longer be scarce, and human soul traits will become core values. He emphasized that aesthetics, the ability to handle complex relationships, and the courage to take responsibility are irreplaceable by AI. Intellectual equality promotes the liberation of humanity from repetitive thinking, returning to aesthetics, intuition, and emotion, thus redefining "beauty." This shift allows humans to focus on uniquely human qualities that AI cannot replicate.

01/23/2026 Logistics Industry Insights
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Charles River Labs Buys KF Cambodia to Bolster Supply Chain

Charles River Labs Buys KF Cambodia to Bolster Supply Chain

Charles River Laboratories is acquiring K.F. (Cambodia) Ltd, a Cambodian supplier, for $510 million. This acquisition aims to strengthen control over the non-human primate supply chain, reduce operational costs, and effectively mitigate potential risks related to biosecurity and legal compliance. The transaction is expected to close in early 2026. The acquisition demonstrates Charles River's commitment to securing its supply chain and mitigating risks associated with sourcing non-human primates, which are crucial for preclinical research and drug development.

01/26/2026 Logistics Industry Insights
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Azerbaijan Enhances Customs Efficiency With WCO Support

Azerbaijan Enhances Customs Efficiency With WCO Support

The WCO assessed and advised the Azerbaijan Customs on improving its human resource management. The assessment emphasized competency-based workforce development, offering valuable insights for customs administrations in other countries. The recommendations focused on building a skilled and motivated workforce to enhance customs operations and efficiency. This initiative serves as a model for other nations seeking to modernize their customs human resource practices and align with international standards. The WCO's guidance aims to foster a more effective and professional customs service in Azerbaijan.

01/05/2026 Customs Knowledge
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