Global Customs Agencies Intensify Fight Against Environmental Crime

Global Customs Agencies Intensify Fight Against Environmental Crime

The World Customs Organization emphasizes the crucial role of customs in environmental protection, urging the global customs community to strengthen cooperation in combating illegal environmental trade and protecting natural heritage. By enhancing border control, risk assessment, international collaboration, and technological application, customs administrations can effectively address environmental crime and contribute to sustainable development. The focus is on proactive measures to prevent illicit trafficking of endangered species, hazardous waste, and other environmentally harmful goods across borders, ensuring a safer and more sustainable planet for future generations.

12/30/2025 Customs Knowledge
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Wcos COPES Initiative Strengthens Customs Against Wildlife Trafficking

Wcos COPES Initiative Strengthens Customs Against Wildlife Trafficking

The WCO's COPES project aims to enhance customs' capacity to combat illegal wildlife trade. A workshop in Togo focused on evidence collection, case management, and international cooperation. INAMA provided financial support. The training sought to improve the effectiveness of customs officials in identifying, investigating, and prosecuting wildlife trafficking offenses. Emphasis was placed on collaborative efforts between national agencies and international partners to disrupt transnational criminal networks involved in the illegal trade of endangered species.

01/05/2026 Customs Knowledge
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WCO Workshop in Baku Boosts Customs Evidence Collection

WCO Workshop in Baku Boosts Customs Evidence Collection

The 2nd WCO COPES Regional Workshop was held in Baku, Azerbaijan, aiming to enhance evidence collection capabilities of customs administrations in the region to combat transnational crime. Through interactive training and experience sharing, the workshop strengthened the professional skills of customs officials from various countries and laid the foundation for future international cooperation. The COPES project will continue to strengthen international cooperation, focus on emerging forms of crime, and contribute to building a safer world.

01/07/2026 Customs Knowledge
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WCO Enhances Customs Training to Strengthen Environmental Protection

WCO Enhances Customs Training to Strengthen Environmental Protection

The World Customs Organization (WCO) conducted a Multilateral Environmental Agreements (MEA) Train-the-Trainer workshop in Kenya, focusing on the Basel and Montreal Conventions. Through capacity building, the WCO aims to assist national customs administrations in improving compliance, combating illegal trade, and protecting the environment. The Sida-WCO Trade Facilitation and Customs Modernization (TFCM) Programme provides technical assistance to relevant customs agencies to address trade-related environmental issues and promote sustainable development. This initiative empowers customs officers to effectively enforce environmental regulations and contribute to global environmental protection efforts.

01/20/2026 Customs Knowledge
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Americas Caribbean Boost Customs Cooperation on Risk Management

Americas Caribbean Boost Customs Cooperation on Risk Management

The World Customs Organization held a risk management workshop in the Americas and Caribbean region to enhance the risk management capabilities and cooperation of customs administrations. The conference reviewed the successful experience of 'Operation Dragon', emphasizing the importance of information exchange. It also designed new regional target projects to jointly address trade risks and maintain regional economic security. The workshop aimed to foster a collaborative environment for customs officials to share best practices and strengthen regional partnerships in combating illicit trade and securing the supply chain.

01/22/2026 Customs Knowledge
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Customs Officers Get Guide to Key Environmental Treaties

Customs Officers Get Guide to Key Environmental Treaties

This handbook provides customs officers with a practical guide to key Multilateral Environmental Agreements (MEAs) such as the Basel Convention and CITES. It aims to assist frontline personnel in quickly identifying violations and taking appropriate action. The handbook emphasizes its use in conjunction with the 'Green Customs Initiative MEA Guide'. It helps customs officials understand their role in enforcing environmental regulations and preventing illegal trade in environmentally sensitive goods, thereby contributing to global environmental protection and sustainable development.

01/26/2026 Customs Knowledge
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WCO Enhances Malawis Wildlife Trafficking Fight

WCO Enhances Malawis Wildlife Trafficking Fight

The World Customs Organization's INAMA project is helping the Malawi Revenue Authority enhance its risk management capabilities to combat illegal wildlife trade. Through diagnostics, training, and collaboration, the project aims to improve the risk management framework, enhance risk analysis skills, strengthen international cooperation, and increase detection efficiency. It also focuses on raising public awareness to collectively combat illegal trade and protect endangered species. The project ultimately contributes to a more effective and coordinated response to wildlife trafficking in Malawi.

01/26/2026 Customs Knowledge
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WCO Unveils Global Strategy to Combat Counterfeiting

WCO Unveils Global Strategy to Combat Counterfeiting

The 17th Meeting of the World Customs Organization (WCO) Counterfeiting and Piracy (CAP) Group was successfully held, focusing on new challenges and responses faced by customs during the pandemic. The meeting reviewed and approved the WCO's work plan on intellectual property protection, emphasizing the importance of cooperation between right holders and customs. This article provides an in-depth interpretation of the strategic significance of the WCO's intellectual property protection efforts and offers practical strategies for enterprises to address counterfeiting issues.

01/22/2026 Customs Knowledge
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Philippines Customs Boosts IP Protection Via WCO Training

Philippines Customs Boosts IP Protection Via WCO Training

The World Customs Organization (WCO) held an online workshop for the Bureau of Customs of the Philippines, aiming to enhance its capacity to combat counterfeiting and piracy, and address intellectual property protection challenges during the pandemic. The workshop covered customs' responsibilities under the pandemic, WCO tools and instruments, and rights holders' involvement. This initiative seeks to improve the Philippines Customs' ability to protect intellectual property rights, maintain social security, and safeguard the economic order. The focus was on practical strategies and collaborative approaches to effectively combat IP violations.

01/26/2026 Customs Knowledge
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Pioneer IP Launches AI Tools for Global IP Law Firms

Pioneer IP Launches AI Tools for Global IP Law Firms

Xiantu Intellectual Property integrates AI, OCR, and automation to create an "Intelligent Process Engine," providing law firms/agencies with efficient and accurate solutions for handling foreign-related intellectual property cases. Services cover global application and management of patents, trademarks, and copyrights, helping clients focus on strategic consulting and value enhancement. This technology streamlines workflows, reduces errors, and accelerates the process of securing and managing intellectual property rights internationally, ultimately empowering clients to better protect their innovations and brands.

01/20/2026 Customs Knowledge
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