Chinese Ecommerce Giant Expands to Switzerland Via GDR Listing

Chinese Ecommerce Giant Expands to Switzerland Via GDR Listing

Globally successful hand tool seller, GreatStar, had its application for GDR issuance accepted, signifying a further expansion of overseas financing channels for Chinese companies. The article analyzes the advantages of GDRs, the attractiveness of the Swiss Stock Exchange, and listing requirements. It suggests a potential IPO wave for cross-border e-commerce companies preparing for overseas financing. The piece encourages cross-border e-commerce sellers to seize the opportunity and embrace a new era of cross-border e-commerce financing.

01/16/2026 Logistics Industry Insights
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Bangladesh Customs Boosts Trade Efficiency with Stakeholder Talks

Bangladesh Customs Boosts Trade Efficiency with Stakeholder Talks

The Global Trade Facilitation Programme (GTFP), jointly initiated by the World Customs Organization and the Swiss State Secretariat for Economic Affairs, has launched a specific assistance program for Bangladesh. This program aims to help Bangladesh Customs optimize goods release processes and improve trade efficiency. In-depth strategic dialogues were held on the issue of Time Release Study (TRS), and a comprehensive TRS work plan was developed to ensure the sustainability of goods release times and strengthen the autonomy of Bangladesh Customs.

01/26/2026 Customs Knowledge
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Moldova Simplifies Ecommerce Customs with WCO Backing

Moldova Simplifies Ecommerce Customs with WCO Backing

With the support of the Swiss State Secretariat for Economic Affairs (SECO), the World Customs Organization (WCO) held an e-commerce workshop for the Moldovan Customs Service (MCS) to enhance its cross-border e-commerce processing capabilities. By streamlining procedures, promoting information sharing, and aligning with WCO standards, the MCS aims to accelerate customs clearance, reduce costs, and integrate into the global e-commerce ecosystem. Follow-up technical assistance focusing on relief consignments will be provided to further improve customs efficiency.

01/26/2026 Customs Knowledge
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Bangladesh Enhances Trade Efficiency with Wcobacked Study

Bangladesh Enhances Trade Efficiency with Wcobacked Study

The World Customs Organization (WCO) and the Swiss State Secretariat for Economic Affairs (SECO) Global Trade Facilitation Programme (GTFP) held a strategic dialogue with the National Board of Revenue (NBR) of Bangladesh in February 2021 to strengthen Bangladesh's Time Release Study (TRS) capabilities. The meeting reviewed Bangladesh Customs' TRS experience and developed a future action plan to improve clearance efficiency and promote trade facilitation. The aim is to streamline processes and reduce the time required for goods to be released from customs control, ultimately boosting trade competitiveness.

01/05/2026 Customs Knowledge
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Serbian Delegation Studies Uzbekistans Customs Reforms

Serbian Delegation Studies Uzbekistans Customs Reforms

A Serbian Customs delegation visited Uzbekistan to learn about its experiences in digitalization, human resources, and trade facilitation. The visit highlighted Uzbekistan's progress in these areas, supported by projects from the World Customs Organization (WCO) and the Swiss State Secretariat for Economic Affairs (SECO). The Serbian delegation aimed to gain insights and best practices to inform their own customs reform efforts, focusing on leveraging technology and data to improve efficiency and streamline trade processes. The exchange fostered collaboration and knowledge sharing between the two customs administrations.

01/05/2026 Customs Knowledge
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Mongolia Boosts Customs Efficiency with WTO Trade Initiative

Mongolia Boosts Customs Efficiency with WTO Trade Initiative

With the support of the Swiss State Secretariat for Economic Affairs and the World Customs Organization, the Mongolian Customs General Administration successfully held a risk management workshop. The workshop aimed to enhance risk identification, assessment, and response capabilities. Through practical exercises, experience sharing, and learning from Australian border management practices, Mongolian Customs is expected to significantly improve customs clearance efficiency, reduce trade costs, create more favorable conditions for economic development, and maintain national border security. The ultimate goal is to strengthen risk management practices and facilitate trade.

01/22/2026 Customs Knowledge
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Global Trade Initiative Extended to Boost Sustainable Growth

Global Trade Initiative Extended to Boost Sustainable Growth

The Global Trade Facilitation Programme (GTFP), jointly launched by the Swiss State Secretariat for Economic Affairs (SECO) and the World Customs Organization (WCO), has been officially extended for another year. The program aims to simplify trade procedures, enhance transparency, strengthen international cooperation, and build capacity to promote global trade development. This extension provides beneficiary countries with more opportunities to further advance trade facilitation reforms and improve their competitiveness in global trade. It allows for continued support in streamlining customs processes and fostering a more efficient and predictable trading environment.

01/26/2026 Customs Knowledge
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