Colombia Streamlines Ecommerce Customs Via SECOWCO Program

Colombia Streamlines Ecommerce Customs Via SECOWCO Program

Under the SECO-WCO Global Trade Facilitation Programme Phase II, Colombia hosted a workshop focusing on accelerated customs clearance, with a particular emphasis on the e-commerce sector. The workshop aimed to improve the efficiency of customs clearance for cross-border e-commerce in Colombia, promoting its integration into the global trading system. This was to be achieved through streamlining processes, optimizing risk management, and leveraging technological applications to facilitate trade.

02/02/2026 Customs Knowledge
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Jooms Hot Product Program Boosts Seller Traffic

Jooms Hot Product Program Boosts Seller Traffic

Joom's "Fast-selling Products" promotion plan aims to provide selected sellers with up to 100,000 additional impressions to boost new product awareness and conversion rates. Applications require meeting product matching, exposure limits, and price competitiveness criteria. Sellers need to filter products, submit applications, and await approval in the backend. This initiative offers sellers a valuable opportunity for traffic growth, helping them quickly penetrate the market.

02/03/2026 Logistics Industry Insights
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East Africa Launches Customs Capacity Building Program

East Africa Launches Customs Capacity Building Program

The World Customs Organization (WCO) and Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA) joint project, 'Train-the-Trainers Programme', has made significant progress in East Africa, enhancing customs capacity by developing a pool of post-clearance audit experts and creating training materials. The project innovatively adopted a 'virtual working group' model during the pandemic to ensure its smooth continuation. Moving forward, the project will further improve training skills and build a sustainable mechanism for customs capacity enhancement in the region.

02/03/2026 Customs Knowledge
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Colombia Adopts WCO Program to Modernize Customs

Colombia Adopts WCO Program to Modernize Customs

The World Customs Organization (WCO) and the Colombian Customs (DIAN) launched the Global Trade Facilitation Programme (GTFP). This initiative aims to enhance Colombian Customs' capabilities in areas like risk management and post-clearance audit through capacity building support. The program seeks to simplify customs procedures, improve clearance efficiency, and reduce trade costs. Ultimately, the GTFP intends to promote Colombia's economic growth and sustainable development, injecting strong momentum into the country's trade development.

02/03/2026 Customs Knowledge
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WCO Program Boosts Colombian Customs Trade Efficiency

WCO Program Boosts Colombian Customs Trade Efficiency

The WCO conducted a leadership workshop for DIAN, Colombia, aimed at enhancing the leadership and management skills of customs officials. The workshop focused on fostering teamwork and promoting employee development. The training equipped participants with the necessary tools and knowledge to effectively lead teams, manage resources, and drive organizational success within the customs environment. Ultimately, the initiative contributes to improved customs administration and efficiency in Colombia.

02/03/2026 Customs Knowledge
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Anxi Enterprises Joins Amazons Crossborder Ecommerce Program

Anxi Enterprises Joins Amazons Crossborder Ecommerce Program

Local Anxi businesses have a golden opportunity for Amazon cross-border e-commerce incubation! A government-supported, zero-cost program offers 90 days of full-cycle practical guidance, covering account registration, operations, and promotion. This initiative aims to help businesses overcome operational bottlenecks and achieve rapid growth in cross-border e-commerce. Limited spots are available, making it an unmissable opportunity for eligible companies.

02/05/2026 Logistics Industry Insights
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Bolivia Boosts Customs Efficiency Through AEO Program

Bolivia Boosts Customs Efficiency Through AEO Program

Bolivian Customs sought to enhance its AEO program by learning from the experiences of Colombia, Mexico, and Uruguay Customs through a "cloud dialogue." This article delves into the concept and importance of AEO, sharing the three countries' experiences in organizational structure, communication, and operational strategies. It also looks ahead to the future role of AEO in global trade, emphasizing its significance for corporate reputation and national competitiveness. The collaborative approach highlights the value of international cooperation in improving customs procedures and promoting efficient trade practices.

02/05/2026 Customs Knowledge
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Amazons Brand Program Transforms US Ecommerce Landscape

Amazons Brand Program Transforms US Ecommerce Landscape

Amazon has launched the 'Top Brand' program in the US market, aiming to strengthen brand authorization and protection, enhance brand value and premium capabilities, and optimize the platform ecosystem. This move will solidify Amazon's market leadership, intensify competition among e-commerce platforms, and promote the branding process in the e-commerce industry. Brand merchants need to strengthen brand image building, improve brand authorization and protection mechanisms, pay attention to sales data and customer reviews, and actively respond to this change.

02/05/2026 Logistics Industry Insights
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Bolivia Boosts Trade Efficiency with WTO Mercator Program

Bolivia Boosts Trade Efficiency with WTO Mercator Program

The World Customs Organization (WCO), through the Mercator Programme, provides follow-up strategic planning support to the Bolivian National Customs Administration (AN). This aims to assist AN in developing a multi-year strategic plan to enhance customs effectiveness and promote trade facilitation. This online workshop assessed the progress of AN's strategic plan development. WCO experts provided professional guidance, optimizing key performance indicators to support the modernization of Bolivian customs and contribute to national economic development.

01/05/2026 Customs Knowledge
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Qatar Customs Boosts Trade Security with AEO Program

Qatar Customs Boosts Trade Security with AEO Program

Qatar Customs, with WCO support, held an AEO program assessment workshop to optimize its upcoming AEO program and enhance trade security and efficiency. The workshop employed gap analysis, practical exercises, and work planning to lay the foundation for further AEO program improvements. The AEO program is expected to enhance Qatar's trade security, improve customs clearance efficiency, reduce trade costs, and strengthen international cooperation. The focus was on identifying areas for improvement and developing a roadmap for successful implementation, ensuring the program meets international standards and contributes to a safer and more efficient trade environment.

01/05/2026 Customs Knowledge
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