Indonesia Boosts Global Trade with New WCO Customs Centers

Indonesia Boosts Global Trade with New WCO Customs Centers

The World Customs Organization (WCO) and Indonesian Customs have signed a Memorandum of Understanding to establish a regional training center and a regional customs laboratory in Indonesia. This initiative aims to enhance the professional skills of regional customs personnel and improve commodity inspection capabilities. It will also help combat counterfeit goods, promote trade facilitation, and strengthen regional cooperation to address the challenges posed by the pandemic. This collaboration is expected to inject new vitality into the healthy development of global trade.

01/20/2026 Customs Knowledge
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WCO and ZATCA Enhance MENA Customs Training to Ease Trade

WCO and ZATCA Enhance MENA Customs Training to Ease Trade

The World Customs Organization (WCO), in collaboration with Saudi ZATCA, organized a Harmonized System (HS) expert pre-certification workshop for the Middle East and North Africa region. This initiative aims to cultivate local experts, enhance regional customs capacity, and facilitate trade. Through a rigorous assessment and certification process, the WCO will expand its pool of experts, support regional capacity building efforts, and promote the standardization of global trade practices. The workshop is a key step in strengthening regional customs expertise and streamlining trade processes.

01/05/2026 Customs Knowledge
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WTO Pact Gains Global Support to Boost Trade in Developing Nations

WTO Pact Gains Global Support to Boost Trade in Developing Nations

To help developing countries fully leverage the potential of the WTO's Trade Facilitation Agreement (TFA), multiple international organizations and development partners reaffirmed their commitment to providing comprehensive and coordinated support. This includes technical assistance, capacity building, and financial support aimed at streamlining trade procedures, reducing trade costs, and improving trade efficiency. The ultimate goal is to promote fairness and prosperity in the global economy by enabling smoother and more accessible trade processes for all nations.

12/30/2025 Customs Knowledge
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Eswatini Introduces Etariff System to Streamline Trade

Eswatini Introduces Etariff System to Streamline Trade

With the support of the World Customs Organization, the Eswatini Revenue Service launched an electronic tariff project. This initiative aims to establish a comprehensive and integrated online platform that centralizes information on international trade regulatory measures. It provides interactive advance ruling functionalities, enhances trade transparency, reduces trade costs, and promotes trade facilitation. This project supports Eswatini in fulfilling its commitments under the WTO Trade Facilitation Agreement and ultimately boosts the nation's competitiveness.

01/22/2026 Customs Knowledge
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Burkina Faso Joins Kyoto Convention to Enhance Trade

Burkina Faso Joins Kyoto Convention to Enhance Trade

Burkina Faso's accession to the Revised Kyoto Convention, bringing the number of contracting parties to 111, marks a significant advancement in global trade facilitation. This convention serves as a blueprint for modern customs in the 21st century. By simplifying customs procedures, optimizing information technology applications, and implementing risk management, it effectively promotes global trade facilitation. It complements the World Trade Organization's Trade Facilitation Agreement, jointly driving the healthy development of global trade.

01/27/2026 Customs Knowledge
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Namibia Boosts Trade with Wcobacked Stakeholder Talks

Namibia Boosts Trade with Wcobacked Stakeholder Talks

WCO held a workshop in Namibia to support its implementation of the WTO's Trade Facilitation Agreement and enhance its National Committee on Trade Facilitation (NCTF) capabilities. The workshop emphasized the importance of stakeholder engagement and leveraging international best practices to promote trade facilitation. It aimed to provide Namibia with the necessary tools and knowledge to streamline its trade processes, reduce costs, and improve efficiency, ultimately boosting its economic competitiveness.

01/05/2026 Customs Knowledge
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Bolivia Optimizes Trade with SECOWCO Goods Release Study

Bolivia Optimizes Trade with SECOWCO Goods Release Study

The SECO-WCO Global Trade Facilitation Programme (GTFP) supported Bolivia in conducting a Time Release Study (TRS) to improve trade efficiency and comply with the WTO Trade Facilitation Agreement. Through expert guidance, questionnaire optimization, and pilot testing, the GTFP helped Bolivia identify bottlenecks in goods release and optimize operational procedures. This support contributes to trade facilitation and economic development by streamlining processes and improving efficiency within Bolivia's trade system. The TRS provides valuable insights for further improvements.

01/05/2026 Customs Knowledge
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Maersk Expands Asiaeurope Routes Amid Emerging Market Push

Maersk Expands Asiaeurope Routes Amid Emerging Market Push

Maersk, a global shipping giant, is reshaping the global maritime landscape by optimizing the Asia-Europe trade lane, expanding into emerging markets in the Middle East and Africa, and improving transatlantic and intra-regional routes. These efforts aim to enhance trade efficiency and promote regional economic development. Maersk's strategic adjustments to its network and market focus demonstrate its commitment to facilitating global commerce and adapting to evolving trade patterns.

11/03/2025 Logistics
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Fiji Enhances Trade with Streamlined Customs Process

Fiji Enhances Trade with Streamlined Customs Process

The World Customs Organization (WCO) conducted a workshop in Fiji to support Fiji Customs in implementing the Time Release Study (TRS), aligning with the World Trade Organization (WTO) Trade Facilitation Agreement (TFA). Through training and collaboration, Fiji aims to optimize cargo clearance processes, promote trade facilitation, and improve the business environment. The TRS will help identify bottlenecks and areas for improvement in the customs clearance process, ultimately leading to faster and more efficient trade.

01/22/2026 Customs Knowledge
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Ivory Coast Enhances Customs Training for Advanced Ruling System

Ivory Coast Enhances Customs Training for Advanced Ruling System

Côte d'Ivoire is actively enhancing its customs classification skills in preparation for implementing an advance rulings system, aligning with the WTO's Trade Facilitation Agreement. With support from the EU and Germany, Côte d'Ivoire held a customs classification workshop aimed at developing expertise, improving trade facilitation, and contributing to global trade. The advance rulings system, a key mechanism, will enhance trade predictability, reduce costs, promote compliance, and facilitate Côte d'Ivoire's integration into the global trading system.

01/26/2026 Customs Knowledge
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