Customs Officers Honored for Combating Global Wildlife Trafficking

Customs Officers Honored for Combating Global Wildlife Trafficking

Twelve customs officials have been certified by the World Customs Organization as experts in combating wildlife smuggling. They will provide expertise, training, and operational support to customs authorities worldwide to address the escalating problem of wildlife trafficking. The article delves into the causes of wildlife smuggling and proposes recommendations for combating it, urging global collaboration to protect endangered species. This international effort aims to strengthen customs controls and enforcement, ultimately disrupting the illegal wildlife trade and safeguarding vulnerable animal populations.

02/06/2026 Customs Knowledge
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Customs Officials Adopt Online Training Amid Crisis

Customs Officials Adopt Online Training Amid Crisis

The pandemic has accelerated the digital transformation of customs training, making online training an inevitable choice. The World Customs Organization (WCO) has published the 'Online Training Transformation Guide' to provide practical guidance for customs training managers. It emphasizes interactive engagement to help build a flexible and efficient online training system, enhance the capabilities of customs personnel, and promote global trade. This guide offers valuable insights for developing effective online training programs and adapting to the evolving needs of customs administrations worldwide.

02/06/2026 Customs Knowledge
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Crossborder Trucking Key Trends and Best Practices

Crossborder Trucking Key Trends and Best Practices

Cross-border trucking, a land-based cross-border logistics method with a transit time between air and sea freight, is particularly suitable for cross-border trade scenarios connected by land, such as China-Europe, China-Russia, and Central Asia, due to its controllable costs and high flexibility. This article deeply analyzes the time efficiency characteristics and applicable scenarios of cross-border trucking, and provides practical suggestions to help readers better understand and apply cross-border trucking, thereby optimizing cross-border logistics solutions.

02/06/2026 Logistics Encyclopedia
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WCO Workshop Enhances Kazakhstans Customs Risk Management

WCO Workshop Enhances Kazakhstans Customs Risk Management

The World Customs Organization (WCO) held a workshop on Customs Risk Analysis in Astana, aiming to enhance the risk identification and response capabilities of the State Revenue Committee of Kazakhstan. Supported by the China Customs Cooperation Fund, the workshop covered risk analysis methodologies, model building, and response strategies. It promoted international cooperation and exchange, contributing to the construction of a secure and efficient international trade environment. The workshop provided practical tools and knowledge to improve risk management practices within the Kazakh customs administration.

02/06/2026 Customs Knowledge
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Azerbaijan Honors WCO Chief for Customs Reform Efforts

Azerbaijan Honors WCO Chief for Customs Reform Efforts

World Customs Organization (WCO) Secretary General Kunio Mikuriya was awarded the “Order of Friendship” by the President of Azerbaijan for his outstanding contributions to customs reform in Azerbaijan. The article reviews the transformation of Azerbaijan's customs service, highlighting the WCO's supportive role and outlining future cooperation directions. It emphasizes the importance of international collaboration in customs modernization. The award recognizes Mikuriya's and the WCO's dedication to assisting Azerbaijan in enhancing its customs procedures and promoting efficient and secure trade facilitation.

02/12/2026 Customs Knowledge
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Asiapacific Customs Centers Adopt Digital Tools Amid Pandemic

Asiapacific Customs Centers Adopt Digital Tools Amid Pandemic

The 19th Heads of Asia/Pacific WCO Regional Training Centers (RTCs) Meeting focused on the challenges and opportunities of remote training under the pandemic. Centers shared experiences and discussed key initiatives like digital transformation, international cooperation, talent development, and data analysis. The aim was to strengthen regional cooperation, enhance customs capacity, and collectively respond to the rapidly changing international trade environment. The meeting underscored the importance of adapting training methodologies and fostering collaboration to ensure effective customs operations in the new normal.

02/12/2026 Customs Knowledge
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SECO WCO Enhance Americas Customs Via IMF Program

SECO WCO Enhance Americas Customs Via IMF Program

The SECO-WCO GTFP supports the IMF's advanced course on tax and customs administration, aiming to enhance the strategic planning and risk management capabilities of tax and customs officials in the Americas, enabling them to address new trends in international trade. This course, a collaborative effort, provides a comprehensive learning experience and emphasizes the importance of customs and tax administration for national competitiveness, ultimately promoting sustainable economic development. It equips officials with the tools to improve efficiency and effectiveness in their respective fields.

02/12/2026 Customs Knowledge
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Customs Enhances Environmental Protection in Mozambique Capacity Project

Customs Enhances Environmental Protection in Mozambique Capacity Project

Mozambique hosted a workshop to enhance the capacity of customs and environmental ministry officials in implementing environmental conventions. The workshop emphasized the crucial role of customs in addressing climate change and enforcing regulations related to environmental protection. Participants learned about international agreements, best practices in customs enforcement, and strategies for combating illegal trade in endangered species and other environmentally sensitive goods. The initiative aims to strengthen Mozambique's ability to meet its environmental obligations and contribute to global efforts in tackling climate change.

02/12/2026 Customs Knowledge
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Colombia Customs Adopts Brazilian Expertise to Boost Audits

Colombia Customs Adopts Brazilian Expertise to Boost Audits

With the support of the World Customs Organization, Colombian Customs officials visited Brazil to learn about risk management and post-clearance audit practices, aiming to improve their own customs operations. During the visit, they gained insights into Brazilian Customs' intelligence gathering, risk assessment, and audit methodologies, establishing a cooperative relationship. Colombia intends to leverage Brazil's experience to enhance its own system and facilitate international trade. This collaboration is expected to contribute to more efficient and effective customs procedures in Colombia.

02/12/2026 Customs Knowledge
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EMCCA Customs College Enhances Training with WCO Backing

EMCCA Customs College Enhances Training with WCO Backing

The World Customs Organization (WCO) is assisting the Inter-State Customs Higher School of ECCA (ISSC) in reshaping its training system. Through diagnostic assessments, the WCO provided recommendations for improvement and jointly developed a new development strategy. The core of this strategy is building a competency-based training system to enhance the professional skills of regional customs officers, facilitate trade, and combat smuggling and other illegal activities. The WCO will continue to provide support to help ISSC achieve training modernization.

02/12/2026 Customs Knowledge
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