Qatar Customs Enhances Workforce Training for Global Edge

Qatar Customs Enhances Workforce Training for Global Edge

To enhance competitiveness, Qatar Customs invited the WCO to conduct a workshop focused on improving management capabilities and optimizing talent planning, development, and performance evaluation. Participants learned the importance of competency-based job descriptions through the WCO framework and recognized the crucial role of fostering a positive work environment. Moving forward, Qatar Customs will deepen its collaboration with the WCO to continuously improve its human resource management practices. The workshop aimed to equip managers with the necessary skills and knowledge for effective leadership and employee development.

12/30/2025 Customs Knowledge
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Sudan Boosts Customs Security to Spur Economic Growth

Sudan Boosts Customs Security to Spur Economic Growth

Sudan Customs, with the support of the WCO, organized a risk management workshop aimed at enhancing risk management capabilities. The workshop focused on establishing target centers and selective inspection systems. This initiative is crucial for improving customs efficiency and security by enabling Sudan Customs to better identify and manage potential risks associated with trade. The WCO's support underscores the importance of international collaboration in strengthening customs administrations and promoting effective risk management practices.

12/30/2025 Customs Knowledge
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WCO Program Boosts Global Customs Leadership Trade Efficiency

WCO Program Boosts Global Customs Leadership Trade Efficiency

The World Customs Organization (WCO) fosters global customs leaders through its Leadership and Management Development (LMD) program. A recent French-language facilitator accreditation event in France aimed to build a team of proficient French-speaking facilitators to support future LMD workshops in French-speaking regions. These workshops cover leadership, management skills, and strategic thinking, contributing to the holistic development of customs personnel. This initiative enhances customs efficiency and promotes global trade by strengthening leadership capabilities within customs administrations.

12/30/2025 Customs Knowledge
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Serbian Customs Adopts Wcos Competencybased HR Model

Serbian Customs Adopts Wcos Competencybased HR Model

The World Customs Organization (WCO) conducted a Competency-Based Human Resource Management (CBHRM) workshop for the Serbian government, aiming to enhance human resource management and promote customs modernization within Serbian Customs. The workshop covered strategic HRM, HRM systems, the CBHRM framework, and project management. This initiative supports Serbian Customs in building a talent-driven organization.

01/05/2026 Customs Knowledge
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WCO Boosts Trade Security with Training for Francophone Nations

WCO Boosts Trade Security with Training for Francophone Nations

The World Customs Organization (WCO) Strategic Trade Control Enforcement (STCE) project held a 'Train the Trainer' workshop for French-speaking countries. The aim was to enhance customs enforcement capabilities in strategic goods trade control and prevent the illicit cross-border movement of weapons of mass destruction and related items. Participants acquired core knowledge of strategic trade controls, enforcement skills, and training techniques, laying the foundation for a multilingual team of experts. This initiative strengthens global efforts to combat proliferation and secure international trade supply chains.

01/05/2026 Customs Knowledge
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WCO Enhances Customs Risk Management in Americas Caribbean

WCO Enhances Customs Risk Management in Americas Caribbean

With funding from the Japan Customs Cooperation Fund, the World Customs Organization (WCO) held a pre-accreditation workshop on risk management for technical advisors in the Americas and Caribbean region in Guatemala. The workshop aimed to expand the WCO's pool of experts and enhance the risk management capabilities of member customs administrations. Participants' technical knowledge, skills, and teamwork abilities were assessed during the seminar, laying the foundation for regional customs modernization efforts.

01/05/2026 Customs Knowledge
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WCO Scholarship Program Trains Future Customs Leaders Worldwide

WCO Scholarship Program Trains Future Customs Leaders Worldwide

The World Customs Organization (WCO) Scholarship Programme aims to cultivate future customs leaders, promote knowledge sharing, and enhance professional pride within the customs sector. The 85th iteration brought together participants from 15 countries worldwide. Through tailored training courses, field visits, and international collaboration, the program helps participants enhance their capabilities and contribute to the development of their respective customs administrations. The success of this program relies on the support of countries like Japan, China, and South Korea. It's a key initiative for global customs cooperation and development.

01/05/2026 Customs Knowledge
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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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Jordan Enhances Trade with Wcobacked Customs Upgrades

Jordan Enhances Trade with Wcobacked Customs Upgrades

The Jordan Customs Valuation Workshop, jointly organized by the World Customs Organization (WCO) and the Customs Cooperation Fund Germany (CCF Germany), aimed to enhance the understanding and application of the Customs Valuation Agreement among Jordanian customs officials. Through theoretical learning and case studies, participants delved into key issues such as the transaction value principle and alternative valuation methods. This initiative laid the foundation for Jordan to build a fair and transparent international trade environment.

01/05/2026 Customs Knowledge
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Lao Customs Adopts Japanese Expertise to Curb Smuggling

Lao Customs Adopts Japanese Expertise to Curb Smuggling

In 2017, Lao Customs officers participated in a training program on airport compliance and enforcement, supported by the World Customs Organization and sponsored by the Japan Customs Cooperation Fund. The training aimed to enhance Lao Customs' capabilities in passenger risk management. Through theoretical learning and practical exercises, participants mastered key skills such as risk assessment, risk profiling, and target selection. They also learned practical methods including verbal and non-verbal risk assessment and questioning techniques. This initiative contributes to the modernization of Lao Customs.

01/05/2026 Customs Knowledge
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