HS Codes Boost Green Trade Track Ecofriendly Equipment

HS Codes Boost Green Trade Track Ecofriendly Equipment

The WCO seminar explored the use of HS codes to identify green equipment, addressing technical challenges and sharing experiences from the EU and APEC. Discussions focused on facilitating environmental upgrades and promoting sustainable trade through improved classification and understanding of green technologies within the HS framework. The seminar highlighted the importance of accurate HS coding for promoting green trade and supporting environmental protection efforts globally. This contributes to a more sustainable and environmentally responsible international trading system.

01/05/2026 HS Code Query
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WTO WCO Boost Sustainable Development Via Trade Facilitation

WTO WCO Boost Sustainable Development Via Trade Facilitation

The WCO Headquarters hosted a GTFP Peer Exchange Seminar, bringing together representatives from 14 countries to discuss the sustainability of trade facilitation measures. The meeting emphasized experience sharing, addressing challenges, exploring key areas, and highlighting the latest WCO developments. The aim was to promote global trade facilitation, enhance customs efficiency, and contribute to global economic prosperity. Discussions focused on practical implementation strategies and long-term impact assessment to ensure the enduring benefits of trade facilitation initiatives.

01/05/2026 Customs Knowledge
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WCO and Businesses Collaborate to Reform Global Trade

WCO and Businesses Collaborate to Reform Global Trade

The WCO dialogue with the private sector focused on trade facilitation, sustainability, and business continuity. It highlighted the role of public-private partnerships in empowering women, promoting green supply chains, enhancing compliance efficiency, and building resilient trade. The meeting fostered collaboration between the public and private sectors, aiming to strengthen trade facilitation, promote sustainable practices, and ensure business continuity in an evolving global landscape. Key areas of discussion included leveraging technology and fostering inclusive trade policies.

01/05/2026 Customs Knowledge
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WCO Analyzes Customs Valuation and Transfer Pricing Challenges

WCO Analyzes Customs Valuation and Transfer Pricing Challenges

WCO Case Study 14.2 examines the relationship between customs valuation and transfer pricing, based on a Chinese case. It emphasizes cooperation between customs and tax authorities to help enterprises avoid valuation risks and enhance regulatory capabilities. The study highlights the importance of coordinated efforts in addressing the challenges posed by the intersection of these two areas in international trade. This collaboration aims to ensure fair and accurate valuation practices, contributing to a more transparent and efficient global trading system.

01/05/2026 Customs Knowledge
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Bahrain Customs Boosts Efficiency with WCO Modernization Support

Bahrain Customs Boosts Efficiency with WCO Modernization Support

With WCO support, Bahrain Customs enhanced its post-clearance audit capabilities through workshops and learned about pre-arrival processing systems to meet WTO's Trade Facilitation Agreement requirements. This initiative aims to optimize customs clearance processes, improve efficiency, and inject new vitality into Bahrain's economic development. The WCO's continued support will help Bahrain Customs modernize and serve as a model for other developing countries. The training focused on risk management and data analysis techniques to improve audit effectiveness and targeting.

01/05/2026 Customs Knowledge
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Peru Bolivia Enhance Customs Ties to Streamline Trade

Peru Bolivia Enhance Customs Ties to Streamline Trade

Customs cooperation between Peru and Bolivia focuses on exchanging experiences in risk management and customs laboratories. The collaboration aims to enhance trade facilitation and promote regional economic development. This includes sharing best practices and exploring collaborative strategies to improve efficiency and security in cross-border trade. The initiative seeks to streamline customs procedures, reduce trade barriers, and foster a more competitive and integrated regional market. Ultimately, this cooperation contributes to economic growth and strengthens ties between the two nations.

01/05/2026 Customs Knowledge
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Asiapacific Customs Adopts VR for Regional Training

Asiapacific Customs Adopts VR for Regional Training

The 20th Meeting of Heads of WCO Regional Training Centers in Asia Pacific was held in Bangkok, Thailand. The meeting focused on empowering and strengthening regional cooperation through VR technology to enhance customs capacity building and promote regional customs modernization. The importance of impact assessment in capacity building was emphasized. The meeting also explored the challenges and future development directions of customs training under the pandemic, aiming to build a safer and more efficient regional trade environment.

01/05/2026 Customs Knowledge
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JD Logistics Expands to Saudi Arabia with Joyexpress for Ecommerce Growth

JD Logistics Expands to Saudi Arabia with Joyexpress for Ecommerce Growth

JD Logistics has launched its self-operated B2C express delivery brand, "JoyExpress," in Saudi Arabia. It offers services such as door-to-door delivery, cash on delivery, same-day/next-day delivery, and has established a comprehensive logistics network covering warehousing, transshipment, sorting, and last-mile delivery. This move represents a significant step in JD.com's internationalization strategy, aiming to inject new vitality into the development of e-commerce in Saudi Arabia and the broader Middle East region.

01/08/2026 Logistics
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US Customs Duties Guide for Air Freight Parcels Released

US Customs Duties Guide for Air Freight Parcels Released

This article details three ways to handle US air freight parcels after being taxed: self-pickup and tax payment, entrusting the courier company for tax payment, and online tax payment. It also provides a case study of sports shoe duty calculation to help readers understand how duties are calculated. This information is intended to better prepare readers for potential tax issues encountered during cross-border shopping and make informed decisions when dealing with customs duties on imported goods.

01/08/2026 Customs Knowledge
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USPS Adapts to Ecommerce Demands Amid Logistics Shifts

USPS Adapts to Ecommerce Demands Amid Logistics Shifts

The latest financial report of the United States Postal Service (USPS) reveals a slight decrease in operating revenue, but growth persists in specific market segments. USPS is actively undergoing transformation by reducing costs, increasing efficiency, innovating services, implementing flexible pricing, and expanding its e-commerce logistics business to address challenges. Companies can learn from USPS's experience by embracing change, focusing on niche markets, and collaborating with partners to create a new future for e-commerce logistics.

01/08/2026 Logistics
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