MENA Customs Boost Data Analytics at WCO Doha Workshop

MENA Customs Boost Data Analytics at WCO Doha Workshop

The World Customs Organization held its first regional workshop on data analysis in Doha, Qatar. The aim was to enhance data analysis capabilities of customs administrations in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region and explore its applications in customs management. The workshop shared best practices and laid the groundwork for developing data analysis strategies in the MENA region. This initiative seeks to improve customs efficiency, promote trade security, and foster economic development by leveraging data-driven insights.

01/08/2026 Customs Knowledge
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Chinaqatar Sea Freight Faces Delays Seeks Efficiency Gains

Chinaqatar Sea Freight Faces Delays Seeks Efficiency Gains

This paper delves into the ocean shipping time from China to Qatar, highlighting that route, vessel speed, port calls, sea conditions, and seasonality are key influencing factors. Accurate understanding of shipping time is crucial for optimizing the supply chain, reducing costs, and enhancing customer satisfaction. The paper suggests that companies choose reputable shipping lines, book in advance, strengthen communication, and purchase insurance to improve shipping efficiency. Understanding these elements can significantly improve the reliability and predictability of ocean freight between China and Qatar.

01/26/2026 Logistics Encyclopedia
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Shipping Times Improve for Shenzhenqatar Sea Freight

Shipping Times Improve for Shenzhenqatar Sea Freight

This paper delves into the timeliness of sea freight from Shenzhen to Qatar, analyzing the impact of factors like route distance, port calls, sea conditions, and other detailed elements on transit time. It compares the advantages and disadvantages of air freight and proposes strategies to optimize sea freight efficiency. The aim is to assist businesses in improving logistics efficiency and reducing costs by understanding and mitigating the factors affecting sea freight duration between China and Qatar, ultimately enhancing their supply chain management.

01/30/2026 Logistics
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MENA Customs Boost Efficiency in Wcoled Workshop

MENA Customs Boost Efficiency in Wcoled Workshop

The World Customs Organization (WCO) held a workshop on organizational performance evaluation in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region, aiming to enhance regional customs effectiveness. The workshop covered core topics such as strategic planning indicator design and work area planning. Qatar Customs shared their experience in business intelligence exploration. Based on WCO standards, this event assists customs administrations in the MENA region to improve management and promote regional trade development. This initiative aims to foster efficiency and collaboration within the customs community.

01/05/2026 Customs Knowledge
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MENA Region Boosts Customs Risk Management Via WCO Workshop

MENA Region Boosts Customs Risk Management Via WCO Workshop

The Middle East and North Africa (MENA) Regional Workshop on Risk Assessment and Targeting, sponsored by the World Customs Organization (WCO) and hosted by Qatar Customs, was held in Doha. The workshop aimed to enhance the risk management capabilities of customs administrations in the region. Focusing on risk assessment and profiling, the event facilitated the exchange of experiences through case studies and national reports. The goal was to improve customs' ability to identify and manage risks, enabling them to address the challenges posed by increasingly complex global trade.

01/05/2026 Customs Knowledge
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