Colombia Customs Businesses Collaborate to Streamline Trade

Colombia Customs Businesses Collaborate to Streamline Trade

With the support of SECO-WCO GTFP, Colombian Customs hosted a trade facilitation forum. The forum focused on the WTO Trade Facilitation Agreement, shared experiences from Abu Dhabi's customs reform, and explored the impact of disruptive technologies on the future of customs. The goal was to support DIAN's customs transformation, creating an efficient, transparent, and modern customs system. Ultimately, this initiative aims to promote trade development in Colombia by streamlining processes and embracing innovation within the customs framework.

01/05/2026 Customs Knowledge
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Iran Joins Istanbul Convention to Enhance Trade

Iran Joins Istanbul Convention to Enhance Trade

Iran has officially joined the Istanbul Convention, becoming the 68th contracting party, marking a significant step in its international trade facilitation efforts. The Convention, and its core ATA Carnet system, aims to simplify customs procedures, reduce trade costs, and promote cross-border movement of goods. This accession is of great importance for Iran itself and the development of global trade by streamlining temporary import/export processes and fostering economic cooperation. The ATA Carnet simplifies customs procedures for temporary admission of goods.

01/05/2026 Customs Knowledge
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Namibia Enhances Border Systems to Improve Trade

Namibia Enhances Border Systems to Improve Trade

Namibia is actively promoting Coordinated Border Management (CBM) by establishing an inter-agency standard regulatory framework and unified data standards, aiming to reduce border delays and facilitate legitimate trade. This framework was developed in collaboration with the World Customs Organization (WCO) and supported by the WCO's Accelerate Trade Facilitation Programme. Namibia's practice provides valuable experience for other developing countries, contributing to building a more open, efficient, and secure global trading system. The initiative focuses on streamlining procedures and enhancing cooperation between various border agencies.

01/05/2026 Customs Knowledge
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Aviation Industry Intelligence Key to Market Dominance

Aviation Industry Intelligence Key to Market Dominance

This article introduces IATA's aviation intelligence solutions, including products like World Air Transport Statistics (WATS), Monthly Air Traffic Statistics, 20-Year Passenger Forecast, and MarketIS. These resources are designed to help businesses gain in-depth understanding of industry trends, identify market opportunities, and provide information on industry events. The goal is to support informed decision-making and facilitate business growth within the aviation sector. They offer a comprehensive view of passenger and freight traffic to help companies make strategic plans.

01/05/2026 Logistics Industry Insights
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Guide to Purchasing IATA Aviation Industry Publications

Guide to Purchasing IATA Aviation Industry Publications

This article details three convenient ways to purchase IATA publications: direct purchase from the online store, contacting the IATA Direct Sales Team, and telephone ordering. It also highlights the role of the IATA Customer Portal in resolving issues related to billing and order status. The aim is to help readers easily and efficiently acquire the necessary IATA publications. This guide simplifies the process of obtaining essential resources for aviation professionals and those involved in the air transport industry.

01/05/2026 Logistics Encyclopedia
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Global Airlines Adopt Einvoicing to Cut Costs

Global Airlines Adopt Einvoicing to Cut Costs

This paper explores the challenges faced by the global aviation industry in electronic invoicing and settlement, highlighting IATA's SIS platform as an industry solution. It analyzes the opportunities and challenges in global electronic invoice standardization and proposes strategies such as strengthening international cooperation, promoting the SIS platform, and adopting new technologies. The aim is to promote the digital transformation of the aviation industry, improve efficiency, and enhance transparency. The paper emphasizes the importance of a unified approach to electronic invoicing to streamline processes and reduce costs for airlines worldwide.

01/05/2026 International Settlement
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Global Leaders Urge Cooperation to Address Crises

Global Leaders Urge Cooperation to Address Crises

The World Customs Organization (WCO) emphasized the critical importance of international cooperation in the face of global crises at an international organization annual meeting. Secretary General Kunio Mikuriya highlighted the WCO's measures to ensure smooth cargo flow during the pandemic, emphasizing the inclusiveness and flexibility of international instruments. He called for strengthening cooperation platforms to transform challenges into opportunities. The WCO's efforts demonstrate the vital role of collaboration in navigating global disruptions and fostering resilience in international trade.

01/05/2026 Customs Knowledge
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Beginners Guide to Ocean Freight Booking Essentials

Beginners Guide to Ocean Freight Booking Essentials

This article, from a data analyst's perspective, deeply analyzes the role, key elements, and process of sea freight booking orders, emphasizing their core value in space confirmation, transportation basis, responsibility definition, and information transmission. By comparing the differences between booking orders and bills of lading, and integrating data analysis, it provides optimization suggestions for the booking process for beginners, aiming to reduce risks and ensure the safe and timely delivery of goods. The analysis helps streamline the process and improve efficiency.

01/05/2026 Logistics Encyclopedia
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Logistics Key to Boosting Crossborder Ecommerce Sales

Logistics Key to Boosting Crossborder Ecommerce Sales

This paper delves into how cross-border e-commerce can improve logistics efficiency by optimizing warehousing and transportation. It offers differentiated strategic advice for SMEs and large enterprises from perspectives like spatial layout, inventory management, technology application, transportation mode selection, logistics network construction, and customs clearance efficiency improvement. This aims to help businesses stand out in the fierce market competition by significantly improving delivery times and optimizing warehouse operations.

01/05/2026 Logistics
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Guide to Selecting Air Freight Express Services

Guide to Selecting Air Freight Express Services

Choosing the right air freight line service provider is crucial. Thoroughly vet qualifications, match service capabilities, and control hidden costs. Pay attention to air rights resources, customs clearance networks, and abnormal response mechanisms. Establish a transparent cost structure. Digital empowerment enhances efficiency, and case studies offer valuable insights. Comprehensively consider all factors to select the partner that best suits your specific needs for cross-border air freight. This ensures a smooth and cost-effective logistics solution.

01/05/2026 Logistics Encyclopedia
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