Sierra Leone Boosts Customs Audits with WCO Assistance

Sierra Leone Boosts Customs Audits with WCO Assistance

The World Customs Organization (WCO) conducted a post-clearance audit diagnostic in Sierra Leone to enhance the country's tax revenue supervision capabilities. Through in-depth research and expert recommendations, the WCO tailored an improvement plan for Sierra Leone, covering legal regulations, risk management, information technology, personnel training, and departmental collaboration. This initiative not only improved Sierra Leone's customs audit level but also provided valuable insights for global customs supervision.

01/05/2026 Customs Knowledge
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Shopee Adjusts Policies Amid Ramadan Ecommerce Surge

Shopee Adjusts Policies Amid Ramadan Ecommerce Surge

This week's cross-border e-commerce news focuses on key issues such as Ramadan e-commerce opportunities, Shopee policy adjustments, supply chain risks, logistics challenges, the expansion of comprehensive pilot zones, AliExpress's entry into Brazil, the localization of 'Double Eleven', the acceleration of China-Vietnam trains, and adjustments to Amazon's tax rules. This provides timely reference information for sellers navigating the evolving landscape of cross-border e-commerce.

01/04/2026 Logistics
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Shopify Payments Expands Access for Chinese Merchants

Shopify Payments Expands Access for Chinese Merchants

Shopify Payments is the official payment solution for Shopify, streamlining payment processes and reducing transaction fees. Typically, Chinese merchants require overseas company qualifications to activate it, but some channels allow applying for an EIN tax ID with domestic information. Activation requires ensuring the authenticity of information, compliant operation, and selecting a reliable service provider. This article provides a detailed guide to help Chinese merchants successfully activate Shopify Payments.

01/06/2026 International Settlement
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Temu Offers Six Tips for Seamless Onboarding

Temu Offers Six Tips for Seamless Onboarding

This article provides a detailed interpretation of six key considerations for onboarding on Temu, including preparing review materials, handling application rejections, language specifications, store name restrictions, product information filling, and tax policies. It helps you avoid common pitfalls and efficiently start your cross-border e-commerce journey on Temu, ensuring compliant operations. Learn about the essential requirements and best practices to successfully launch your store and navigate the platform's regulations.

01/05/2026 Logistics
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Crossborder Logistics Firms Face Scrutiny Over Blacklist Risks

Crossborder Logistics Firms Face Scrutiny Over Blacklist Risks

A cross-border logistics "blacklist" exposes industry malpractices, including tax compliance risks, channel fraud, and poor service quality. Sellers should enhance risk awareness by selecting reputable freight forwarders, signing detailed contracts, and tracking shipments throughout the process. Utilizing data analysis to optimize logistics choices is also crucial. By taking these precautions, sellers can effectively avoid risks and safeguard their own interests in the complex landscape of international shipping.

01/05/2026 Logistics Industry Insights
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Chiles DDP Shipping Lanes Boost Crossborder Ecommerce

Chiles DDP Shipping Lanes Boost Crossborder Ecommerce

The Chile DDP line provides efficient and convenient logistics solutions for cross-border e-commerce sellers. By simplifying customs clearance, controlling tax costs, and ensuring timeliness and security, it helps sellers reduce operating costs and improve efficiency, leading to greater success in the Chilean market. It is suitable for small goods such as electronic products and clothing. Costs are assessed based on the value, weight, and category of the goods.

01/26/2026 Logistics
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Uzbekistan Streamlines Customs to Boost Trade Efficiency

Uzbekistan Streamlines Customs to Boost Trade Efficiency

The State Customs Committee (SCC) of Uzbekistan, with the support of the World Customs Organization (WCO), conducted a strategic planning workshop aimed at enhancing customs strategic planning and performance measurement capabilities to develop a comprehensive customs strategic plan. The workshop emphasized the importance of strategic maps and Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) to promote trade facilitation, enhance national competitiveness, increase tax revenues, and combat smuggling and violations, ultimately improving Uzbekistan's international image.

01/26/2026 Customs Knowledge
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Data Guides LCL Shipping Customs Declaration Choices

Data Guides LCL Shipping Customs Declaration Choices

This article delves into the core differences, advantages, disadvantages, and applicable scenarios of 'separate declaration' and 'consolidated declaration' in LCL shipping customs clearance, providing data-driven selection strategies. It emphasizes making precise decisions based on factors such as tax refund requirements, shipper relationships, timeliness, and document complexity, avoiding common pitfalls and achieving efficient customs clearance. The analysis provides practical guidance for optimizing customs declaration processes in LCL shipments.

02/11/2026 Customs Knowledge
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WCO Boosts Guyanas Postclearance Audit Capacity

WCO Boosts Guyanas Postclearance Audit Capacity

Under the Mercator Program, the World Customs Organization (WCO) conducted a post-clearance audit (PCA) workshop for the Guyana Revenue Authority (GRA) to enhance its tax compliance oversight capabilities. Through the training, Guyanese customs officers gained in-depth knowledge of PCA concepts and techniques, laying the groundwork for improved customs control efficiency and trade facilitation. The WCO looks forward to continued cooperation with the GRA to further advance its customs administration.

01/20/2026 Customs Knowledge
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Guide to Avoiding International Shipping Delays

Guide to Avoiding International Shipping Delays

Accurate recipient information is crucial for international express shipments. Ensure the completeness and accuracy of core elements like name, contact details, and detailed address, complying with the destination country's requirements. Different countries/regions have specific regulations; for example, tax IDs are needed for some European and American countries, and bilingual addresses for South American countries. Avoid vague descriptions, maintain information consistency, and promptly update information to prevent customs clearance delays.

02/03/2026 Logistics Encyclopedia
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