WCOJICA Project Enhances East African Customs Capacity

WCOJICA Project Enhances East African Customs Capacity

WCO-JICA cooperation is helping East African customs authorities cultivate customs audit experts, enhancing regional customs audit capabilities, and promoting trade development. The initiative focuses on strengthening the skills and knowledge of customs officers in conducting effective audits, thereby improving compliance and revenue collection. This collaboration aims to facilitate smoother trade flows within the East African region by ensuring fair and transparent customs procedures and combating illicit trade activities through improved audit practices. Ultimately, this contributes to economic growth and regional integration.

12/30/2025 Customs Knowledge
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Georgia Boosts Customs Efficiency With HS Reforms Global Partnerships

Georgia Boosts Customs Efficiency With HS Reforms Global Partnerships

Georgia Customs enhanced commodity classification skills and promoted customs modernization by hosting a Harmonized System (HS) workshop. The workshop, jointly organized by the WCO and the Georgian Revenue Service, covered the HS Convention, tariff classification practices, and advance ruling systems. It aimed to establish a tariff classification system compliant with international standards and facilitate trade. The experience of Georgia provides a valuable reference for other developing countries seeking to improve their customs procedures and ensure accurate commodity classification according to the HS.

12/30/2025 Customs Knowledge
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Benin Port Upgrade Boosts Trade with Customs Reforms

Benin Port Upgrade Boosts Trade with Customs Reforms

The World Customs Organization (WCO) is assisting Benin Customs with reform and modernization efforts to improve the efficiency of the Port of Cotonou. By providing expert guidance, overseeing strategic implementation, and coordinating resources, the WCO aims to optimize customs procedures, introduce advanced technologies, and enhance personnel skills, ultimately fostering Benin's economic development. A key aspect of the reform involves tailored measures addressing the port's specific circumstances and establishing an efficient information-sharing mechanism. This collaboration seeks to streamline operations and boost trade facilitation.

12/30/2025 Customs Knowledge
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IATA Launches Advanced Diploma for Airport Leadership

IATA Launches Advanced Diploma for Airport Leadership

The IATA Advanced Airport Operations Diploma program is designed to enhance the operational and management skills of airport professionals, aligning them with international standards. This program covers key areas such as airside and landside operations, stakeholder management, and emergency response planning. It equips participants to excel in leadership roles within airport operations and effectively address complex challenges. The diploma aims to improve efficiency, safety, and overall performance within the airport environment, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and best practices.

12/30/2025 Airport Codes
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Ebay Unveils Growth Strategy Amid Rising Competition

Ebay Unveils Growth Strategy Amid Rising Competition

This article provides an in-depth analysis of eBay's operational prospects, highlighting its continuous efforts to enhance competitiveness through strategic partnerships, cultivation of niche markets, expansion into the luxury goods sector, and technological innovation. For eBay operators, market analysis, product optimization, customer service, and data analysis skills are crucial. eBay's future outlook remains promising, offering vast opportunities for operational personnel. The platform's resilience and adaptability suggest continued growth and relevance in the evolving e-commerce landscape, making it a worthwhile focus for professionals.

01/04/2026 Logistics Industry Insights
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Crossborder Ecommerce Firms Adapt to Downturn with Resilience Strategies

Crossborder Ecommerce Firms Adapt to Downturn with Resilience Strategies

Facing the harsh winter of the cross-border e-commerce industry, lower base salaries and job-seeking difficulties are common. This article analyzes the current industry situation and provides practitioners with advice on enhancing their value and coping with workplace challenges. This includes deepening professional skills, expanding diverse capabilities, continuous learning, and building a personal brand. It emphasizes that opportunities and challenges coexist, encouraging cross-border professionals to actively respond to the winter and welcome the arrival of the industry's spring.

01/04/2026 Logistics Industry Insights
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Amazon Seller Offers Paid Leave As Ecommerce Slows

Amazon Seller Offers Paid Leave As Ecommerce Slows

The cross-border e-commerce industry is experiencing both boom and bust. One Amazon company is bucking the trend by offering employees four months of paid leave, sparking widespread discussion. This article analyzes the industry challenges behind this phenomenon and offers suggestions for Amazon operators to enhance their competitiveness. These include improving professional skills, paying attention to market dynamics, and expanding product lines. The move highlights the pressure and demands within the competitive Amazon marketplace and the company's attempt to retain talent.

01/04/2026 Logistics Industry Insights
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Influencer Marketing Key to Brand Growth in Digital Era

Influencer Marketing Key to Brand Growth in Digital Era

This article delves into the essence and value of influencer marketing, emphasizing the power of trust endorsement. It explains how to accurately select influencers and differentiate influencer marketing from affiliate marketing. Furthermore, it explores the added value of influencer marketing in enhancing SEO and shaping brand image, proposing marketing strategies for different platforms. Finally, it highlights the importance of integrated marketing and how to improve influencer marketing skills through continuous learning and optimization, helping brands achieve growth in the social media era.

01/04/2026 Logistics Industry Insights
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Laos Boosts Trade with Wcobacked Customs Reform

Laos Boosts Trade with Wcobacked Customs Reform

In 2017, the WCO conducted a tariff classification capacity building project in Laos to improve its classification skills, establish an advance ruling system, and implement HS 2017. Through workshops, tool applications, and expert guidance, the capacity of Lao Customs officials was enhanced, laying the foundation for trade facilitation. The experience of Chinese Customs also provided a reference for Laos. This initiative serves as a model of international cooperation in promoting trade facilitation and contributes to the economic development of Laos.

01/05/2026 Customs Knowledge
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WCO Introduces Online Leadership Program for Customs Officials

WCO Introduces Online Leadership Program for Customs Officials

The World Customs Organization (WCO) has launched an online Customs Leadership course aimed at enhancing the leadership capabilities of senior management personnel. This initiative seeks to empower customs leaders with the skills and knowledge necessary to drive organizational effectiveness and efficiency. By providing accessible and engaging online learning resources, the WCO aims to foster a new generation of dynamic and strategic customs leaders who can effectively navigate the challenges of the 21st century and contribute to the sustainable development of their organizations.

01/05/2026 Customs Knowledge
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