Peru Customs Boosts Trade with GTFP System Upgrade

Peru Customs Boosts Trade with GTFP System Upgrade

The Global Trade Facilitation Program (GTFP) supports Peruvian Customs in enhancing its strategic planning capabilities. Through remote workshops, the program assists in breaking down strategic objectives, identifying key performance indicators, and providing customized draft strategic maps and control panels. This collaboration aims to promote the modernization of Peruvian Customs, facilitate trade, and inject new vitality into economic development. The project focuses on improving customs efficiency and effectiveness through strategic alignment and performance monitoring, ultimately contributing to Peru's economic growth.

01/30/2026 Customs Knowledge
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WCO Promotes Gender Equality to Strengthen Global Trade

WCO Promotes Gender Equality to Strengthen Global Trade

The World Customs Organization (WCO) Virtual Working Group (VWG) on Gender Equality and Diversity convened to explore how to enhance collaboration with the private sector to promote gender-inclusive trade facilitation, better addressing the needs of women traders and marginalized groups. The WCO is building a more gender-equal customs environment through initiatives like online learning modules and the 'Women in Customs' campaign. These efforts aim to ensure that customs procedures and policies are equitable and supportive of all stakeholders, regardless of gender.

01/30/2026 Customs Knowledge
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Oman Boosts Trade with Wcobacked Advance Ruling System

Oman Boosts Trade with Wcobacked Advance Ruling System

The World Customs Organization (WCO) supports Oman in establishing an advance ruling system for commodity classification and origin, providing technical guidance through workshops. This system aims to enhance trade transparency and predictability. Oman is actively improving its legal framework, standardizing operational procedures, strengthening information management, and enhancing capacity building to promote trade facilitation. The implementation of advance rulings is a key step in streamlining customs processes and fostering a more efficient trade environment for businesses operating in and with Oman.

01/30/2026 Customs Knowledge
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Eswatini Customs Reforms HR to Boost Trade Efficiency

Eswatini Customs Reforms HR to Boost Trade Efficiency

Eswatini is committed to addressing trade facilitation challenges by adopting a competency-based human resource management model. The World Customs Organization (WCO) conducted a talent development diagnostic of Eswatini Customs and provided recommendations for improvement. Eswatini Customs has pledged to implement competency-based management to enhance employee skills and efficiency, ultimately promoting trade facilitation. This initiative aims to improve the quality and effectiveness of customs operations through strategic human resource development.

01/30/2026 Customs Knowledge
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Madagascar Customs Enhances Trade Via WCO Training Program

Madagascar Customs Enhances Trade Via WCO Training Program

The WCO is supporting the Malawi Revenue Authority (MRA) in talent development, enhancing human resource management, and addressing trade facilitation challenges. This support includes the launch of an e-learning platform to promote sustainable development. The initiative aims to strengthen the MRA's capabilities in key areas, enabling them to better manage their workforce and streamline trade processes. By investing in talent and providing modern learning tools, the WCO and MRA are working together to create a more efficient and effective customs environment in Malawi.

01/30/2026 Customs Knowledge
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Comptia Calls for Global Digital Trade System Overhaul

Comptia Calls for Global Digital Trade System Overhaul

CompTIA urges the World Customs Organization (WCO) to optimize the Harmonized System (HS) to adapt to the rapidly evolving business landscape. Recommendations include revisiting valuation criteria, shortening review cycles, increasing private sector involvement, and providing explanatory notes free of charge. These suggestions aim to facilitate the digital transformation of global trade by ensuring the HS accurately reflects modern goods and services. Updating the HS is crucial for efficient customs procedures and smooth international commerce in the digital age.

01/30/2026 HS Code Query
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Customs Key to Enforcing Global Environmental Pacts

Customs Key to Enforcing Global Environmental Pacts

The World Customs Organization (WCO), in collaboration with UNEP and the Basel Convention Secretariat, held a workshop in Botswana to enhance customs officers' awareness and enforcement capabilities related to the Basel and Montreal Conventions. The workshop highlighted the crucial role of customs in implementing multilateral environmental agreements and looked forward to future cooperation in building a green trade landscape. The initiative aims to strengthen customs' ability to combat illegal trade in environmentally sensitive goods and promote sustainable trade practices.

02/12/2026 Customs Knowledge
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Botswana Implements Advanced Customs Preruling System

Botswana Implements Advanced Customs Preruling System

Botswana is actively advancing its advance ruling system to align with international standards and optimize its trade environment. Through self-assessment and international cooperation, Botswana is committed to improving its laws and regulations, strengthening capacity building, and streamlining processes. This aims to provide businesses with clearer and more reliable trade guidance, reduce trade risks, improve customs clearance efficiency, embrace trade facilitation, and enhance international competitiveness. The initiative is expected to significantly benefit businesses operating in Botswana and contribute to the country's economic growth.

01/05/2026 Customs Knowledge
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WCO IAPH Partner to Ease Maritime Delays Via Digital Ports

WCO IAPH Partner to Ease Maritime Delays Via Digital Ports

IAPH and WCO co-organized a workshop to accelerate digital transformation, enhance trade facilitation, and improve supply chain security by strengthening customs-port cooperation. They will develop international guidelines to promote data sharing, process optimization, and capacity building, jointly building an efficient, secure, and sustainable global trade ecosystem. The collaboration aims to streamline processes, reduce delays, and enhance transparency within the maritime trade sector. This initiative highlights the importance of collaborative efforts in addressing the evolving challenges of global trade and security.

02/05/2026 Customs Knowledge
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US Customs Launches Selfservice Document Printing

US Customs Launches Selfservice Document Printing

China International Trade Single Window platform will fully launch self-service inquiry and printing services for customs declaration documents and electronic data. Enterprises can complete related operations online, eliminating the need for on-site visits. This article details the new policy content, operation guide, and precautions, helping companies easily achieve self-service management of customs declaration documents and improve trade facilitation. It simplifies the process of accessing essential trade documents, reducing administrative burden and promoting efficiency in international trade operations.

01/15/2026 Customs Knowledge
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