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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Namibia Customs Boosts Efficiency with WCO Leadership Training

Namibia Customs Boosts Efficiency with WCO Leadership Training

The WCO conducted a leadership workshop for Namibian Customs, aiming to enhance management effectiveness, promote customs modernization reforms, and contribute to the achievement of organizational goals. The workshop focused on developing leadership skills and strategies to improve operational efficiency and facilitate trade. By strengthening leadership capabilities, Namibian Customs can better navigate the challenges of a rapidly changing global environment and effectively implement modern customs practices. This initiative supports Namibia's efforts to streamline processes, enhance revenue collection, and improve border security.

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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Cambodia Boosts Customs Valuation Skills with WCO Japan Aid

Cambodia Boosts Customs Valuation Skills with WCO Japan Aid

The World Customs Organization (WCO) supported a customs valuation workshop in Cambodia to enhance the valuation capabilities of officers from the General Department of Customs and Excise of Cambodia (GDCE). The workshop covered the WTO Valuation Agreement, key technical issues, and valuation control measures, sharing case studies and experiences. Through this workshop, Cambodian Customs is expected to improve revenue collection, promote trade facilitation, and inject new vitality into the national economic development. The focus was on practical application and knowledge transfer to improve valuation accuracy and efficiency.

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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WCO Aids Namibia in Upgrading Customs System ASYCUDA

WCO Aids Namibia in Upgrading Customs System ASYCUDA

The World Customs Organization, through its 'Accelerated Trade Facilitation Programme,' is leveraging the experience of the Zambia Revenue Authority to enhance the Namibia Revenue Agency's application capabilities of the ASYCUDA World system. This initiative aims to promote trade facilitation and economic growth. The program emphasizes a 'Customs-to-Customs' cooperation model, facilitating knowledge transfer and practical site visits to improve the operational efficiency of the Namibia Revenue Agency.

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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