Albania Boosts Textile Customs Checks with WTO Aid

Albania Boosts Textile Customs Checks with WTO Aid

The World Customs Organization (WCO) successfully held a national workshop on textile analysis in Albania, aimed at enhancing the expertise of the country's customs laboratory in textile classification, analysis, and equipment usage. Through expert lectures and practical exercises, participants acquired key skills in textile identification and gained insights into the WCO's efforts in promoting international customs laboratory cooperation. The workshop strengthens Albania's capabilities in accurately identifying and classifying textiles, contributing to fair trade and revenue collection.

02/12/2026 Customs Knowledge
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WCO Enhances Philippine Customs with Data Training Program

WCO Enhances Philippine Customs with Data Training Program

The World Customs Organization (WCO) conducted a Leadership and Management Development Workshop for the Bureau of Customs of the Philippines. This workshop aimed to enhance the leadership and management skills of senior officials and optimize the leadership culture within the customs administration. Through diverse teaching methodologies, the workshop helped participants understand themselves, manage themselves, understand others, and positively influence others, ultimately achieving personal and organizational improvement.

02/12/2026 Customs Knowledge
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Tanzania Boosts Customs with HS Chemical Classification Lab Upgrades

Tanzania Boosts Customs with HS Chemical Classification Lab Upgrades

Tanzania, with funding from Norway, held a HS Chemicals Classification Workshop and a Customs Laboratory Development Training Program. These initiatives aim to enhance commodity classification skills and laboratory management capabilities. The long-term plan includes establishing a central, standardized Customs Laboratory to further improve regulatory compliance and trade facilitation within the country.

02/12/2026 Customs Knowledge
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WCO Program Boosts Cameroon Customs Strategic Reform

WCO Program Boosts Cameroon Customs Strategic Reform

The World Customs Organization (WCO) conducted a Leadership and Management Development Workshop in Cameroon to enhance the capabilities of Cameroonian Customs managers and support their strategic transformation, regaining control of outsourced functions. Through self-reflection, skill enhancement, and strategic planning, participants committed to contributing to Customs reform and submitted strategic blueprints, laying the foundation for the future development of Cameroon Customs. The workshop aimed to foster leadership skills and drive organizational change within the Cameroonian Customs administration.

02/12/2026 Customs Knowledge
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EMCCA School Revamps Customs Education with WCO Backing

EMCCA School Revamps Customs Education with WCO Backing

The World Customs Organization (WCO) conducted a diagnostic assessment of the Inter-State School for Customs (ISSC) of the Economic and Monetary Community of Central Africa (EMCCA) and assisted in developing a new development strategy. This capacity-based strategy aims to reshape customs talent development through a modernized curriculum, faculty development, and a quality assurance system, contributing to regional trade facilitation and economic development. The WCO will continue to provide support to facilitate the ISSC's transformation.

02/12/2026 Customs Knowledge
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Sierra Leone Modernizes Tax System to Increase Revenue

Sierra Leone Modernizes Tax System to Increase Revenue

With support from the World Customs Organization (WCO), the National Revenue Authority (NRA) of Sierra Leone has initiated a modernization upgrade of its human resource system. This project aims to build a scientific, standardized, and efficient human resource management system by introducing a competency-based HRM approach. The goal is to cultivate a high-quality, professional tax workforce, providing a strong impetus for national tax revenue and economic development. This upgrade focuses on improving talent and skills within the NRA to enhance its overall capacity.

02/12/2026 Customs Knowledge
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Mozambique Tax Authority Enhances Efficiency Via WCO HR Upgrade

Mozambique Tax Authority Enhances Efficiency Via WCO HR Upgrade

With support from the China Customs Cooperation Fund, the World Customs Organization (WCO) is assisting the Mozambique Revenue Authority (MRA) in modernizing its human resource management system. Through in-depth diagnostics, expert workshops, and tailored solutions, the WCO provides strong support for the MRA to build an efficient, fair, and motivating human resource system. This initiative aims to enhance employee capabilities and promote organizational development within the MRA.

02/12/2026 Customs Knowledge
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Burkina Faso Improves Customs Valuation with WCO Support

Burkina Faso Improves Customs Valuation with WCO Support

The Burkina Faso General Directorate of Customs (DGD) sought technical assistance from the World Customs Organization (WCO) to rebuild its autonomous customs valuation capacity. The WCO assisted by conducting a diagnostic assessment of the DGD's existing system and providing recommendations for improvement. This support helped the DGD establish an efficient, transparent, and compliant customs valuation system, enhancing its autonomous regulatory capabilities and promoting national economic development. The assistance focused on strengthening internal expertise and processes related to valuation.

01/26/2026 Customs Knowledge
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Zimbabwe Customs Boosts Textile Inspection After WCO Training

Zimbabwe Customs Boosts Textile Inspection After WCO Training

The World Customs Organization (WCO) conducted a textile classification training in Zimbabwe to enhance the professional skills of the country's customs officers. The training aims to safeguard revenue, maintain fair trade, and protect intellectual property. Combining theory and practice, the program utilizes methods such as microscopy and burn testing to help Zimbabwean customs develop keen observational skills. This initiative contributes to the country's economic development by improving customs' ability to accurately classify textiles and prevent illicit trade.

01/26/2026 Customs Knowledge
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Gambia Revenue Authority Boosts Project Management for Modernization

Gambia Revenue Authority Boosts Project Management for Modernization

The Gambia Revenue Authority, with support from the WCO-Sweden Cooperation Programme (OMD-MADAO), has successfully developed a project management methodology to improve the efficiency of reform and modernization projects. This methodology covers all phases of the project lifecycle and is expected to be officially approved and fully implemented in September. It aims to establish an efficient and standardized project management system within the Gambia Revenue Authority and serve as a model for other developing countries. The initiative will enhance the GRA's ability to effectively manage and execute strategic projects.

01/26/2026 Customs Knowledge
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