Gambia Revenue Authority Adopts Data Dashboards to Boost Efficiency

Gambia Revenue Authority Adopts Data Dashboards to Boost Efficiency

The Gambia Revenue Authority introduced a strategic dashboard to enhance decision-making efficiency by centrally displaying key performance indicators (KPIs) and providing managers with insights into organizational operations. Key steps in building the dashboard included defining the target audience, selecting the appropriate dashboard type, and identifying relevant KPIs and data sources. This case offers valuable lessons for various industries, emphasizing the importance of data-driven decision-making. The dashboard helps to monitor progress towards strategic goals and identify areas for improvement, ultimately leading to better tax management practices.

02/03/2026 Customs Knowledge
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UK Ecommerce Sellers Face VAT Refund Challenges

UK Ecommerce Sellers Face VAT Refund Challenges

This article provides an in-depth analysis of the UK VAT refund policy, covering trigger mechanisms, operational processes, common issues, and risk avoidance strategies. It serves as a comprehensive refund guide for cross-border e-commerce sellers. The article emphasizes the logic of negative declarations, the importance of bank account binding, and the advantages of PVA deferred declarations. The aim is to help sellers complete VAT refunds safely and efficiently, while building a compliant tax operation model. It offers practical advice for navigating the UK VAT system and optimizing refund processes.

02/03/2026 Customs Knowledge
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Shopee Mandates Overseas Warehouses for Crossborder Sellers by 2026

Shopee Mandates Overseas Warehouses for Crossborder Sellers by 2026

Shopee's new policies in January 2026 bring both commission waivers for first-time stores across multiple sites and stricter tax compliance, posing higher demands on cross-border sellers. Third-party overseas warehouses, with their compliance, cost reduction, and efficiency advantages, become crucial for sellers to break through. Overseas warehouses like Tiān Cāng Cāng, deeply adapted to the Shopee platform, help sellers seize the new policy dividends, build localized fulfillment systems, and establish themselves in the Southeast Asian market. They offer a compliant and efficient solution to navigate the evolving landscape.

02/03/2026 Logistics Industry Insights
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Amazon Expands As Tiktok Temu Boost Ecommerce Features

Amazon Expands As Tiktok Temu Boost Ecommerce Features

This article summarizes the latest cross-border e-commerce news, including Amazon's new office in Riyadh, TikTok's launch of text and image mode, Pinduoduo TEMU's release of a seller center APP, the eBay Fulfillment Q4 incentive program, and Shopee Singapore's implementation of low-value goods tax. It provides corresponding opportunity interpretations, strategic suggestions, and countermeasures to help cross-border e-commerce sellers grasp market dynamics and achieve business growth. This analysis aims to equip sellers with the knowledge and tools to navigate the evolving landscape and capitalize on emerging trends.

01/04/2026 Logistics
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European Ecommerce Compliance Guide Averts Costly Errors

European Ecommerce Compliance Guide Averts Costly Errors

This article provides a comprehensive self-checklist for European e-commerce compliance, covering key aspects such as VAT tax, EPR product compliance, and product certification. It aims to help sellers mitigate risks and steadily profit in the European market. Key topics include VAT registration location selection, UK VAT new rules, German WEEE/Packaging Act, French Packaging Act, as well as CE certification, EU/UK Authorized Representative, and EU energy efficiency labels. This checklist helps ensure adherence to regulations and facilitates smooth operations within the European e-commerce landscape.

12/31/2025 Customs Knowledge
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Walmart Launches Business Unit to Rival Amazon

Walmart Launches Business Unit to Rival Amazon

Walmart has officially launched Walmart Business, a corporate shopping program designed to challenge Amazon's dominance in the B2B eCommerce sector. The program offers features like multi-user accounts, shared payment information, and tax-exempt programs, and has already invited third-party sellers to participate. This move signifies an escalation in competition within the B2B eCommerce market, promising enterprise users more choices and a more convenient procurement experience. Walmart aims to capture a significant share of the growing B2B online market by leveraging its brand recognition and existing infrastructure.

12/30/2025 Logistics Industry Insights
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Amazon Europe Sellers Eligible for Advertising VAT Refunds

Amazon Europe Sellers Eligible for Advertising VAT Refunds

This article reveals that some Amazon European sellers may be eligible for refunds on incorrectly charged advertising VAT. It details the relevant policies and provides a clear refund process, including steps like checking the VAT address, confirming tax deductions, and opening a case to request a refund. The aim is to help eligible sellers recover losses. It also emphasizes that advertising management fees are non-refundable. By following these steps, sellers can potentially reclaim wrongly levied VAT on their Amazon advertising spend, thereby improving their profitability in the European marketplace.

02/05/2026 Customs Knowledge
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Hong Kong Sellers Target Germanys Ecommerce Market

Hong Kong Sellers Target Germanys Ecommerce Market

This article provides an in-depth analysis of the strategies Chinese cross-border sellers employ to ship products to the German market via eBay Hong Kong accounts. It offers comprehensive guidance covering account registration, product listing, logistics solutions, tax compliance, and after-sales service. The article emphasizes that compliant operations, efficient logistics, and high-quality customer service are crucial for brands to successfully enter the German market. Focus is placed on navigating the complexities of international trade and building a sustainable business model within the eBay Germany ecosystem.

02/05/2026 Logistics Encyclopedia
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Asiapacific Customs Adopt WCO Ecommerce Compliance Standards

Asiapacific Customs Adopt WCO Ecommerce Compliance Standards

The 2021 WCO Asia-Pacific Regional Seminar focused on cross-border e-commerce compliance, aiming to promote the effective implementation of the WCO E-Commerce FoS Framework in the Asia-Pacific region. The conference brought together various stakeholders to discuss core issues such as advance electronic data, data exchange, and tax collection. Participants shared experiences, explored challenges, and laid the foundation for building a secure and efficient cross-border e-commerce ecosystem. The pandemic has accelerated the development of e-commerce, further highlighting the importance of the framework.

02/05/2026 Customs Knowledge
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Burundi Customs Enhances African Trade with WCO Backing

Burundi Customs Enhances African Trade with WCO Backing

With support from the WCO and the EU, the Burundi Revenue Authority held a national workshop on customs laboratories and the Harmonized System classification of chemical products. The aim is to establish its own laboratory to improve tax collection efficiency, strengthen social and environmental protection, and promote trade facilitation. Guided by WCO experts and through learning technical standards, Burundi Customs is committed to building a first-class customs laboratory, contributing significantly to Burundi's economic development. This initiative is crucial for modernizing customs operations and ensuring compliance with international standards.

02/05/2026 Customs Knowledge
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