WCO Enhances Tanzania Revenue Authoritys Capacity Via Partnership

WCO Enhances Tanzania Revenue Authoritys Capacity Via Partnership

The World Customs Organization (WCO) and the Tanzania Revenue Authority (TRA) are deepening their cooperation through a project funded by the Norwegian Agency for Development Cooperation (Norad). This initiative aims to enhance the TRA's capabilities in key areas such as commodity classification and valuation. The collaboration involves joint needs assessments, the introduction of project management methodologies, and coordination with other cooperative projects. The overall goal is to facilitate trade, improve customs management in Tanzania, and contribute to the country's economic development.

01/05/2026 Customs Knowledge
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Global Customs Crack Down on Fake COVID19 Vaccines Illicit Trade

Global Customs Crack Down on Fake COVID19 Vaccines Illicit Trade

The World Customs Organization launched the "COVID-19-related Goods Cross-Border Transport Facilitation and Coordination Customs Supervision Emergency Project." This initiative combats counterfeit vaccines and related illicit trade while ensuring the smooth flow of legitimate goods. The project strengthens customs cooperation, enhances regulatory capabilities, optimizes customs clearance processes, and collaborates closely with vaccine companies, the transportation industry, and international organizations. This collaborative effort aims to secure the global vaccine supply chain and contribute to the global fight against the pandemic.

01/05/2026 Customs Knowledge
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Smart Tech Enhances Chinaasean Crossborder Logistics

Smart Tech Enhances Chinaasean Crossborder Logistics

A major breakthrough in China-ASEAN cross-border logistics! The Nanning Area's "Smart Customs" project has passed completion acceptance. This project constructs an intelligent supervision network, simplifies declaration procedures, significantly shortens customs clearance times, and reduces enterprise logistics costs, helping China-ASEAN cross-border logistics enter a new stage of "seamless customs clearance." It aims to streamline the process and enhance efficiency, ultimately boosting trade and economic cooperation between China and ASEAN countries by facilitating faster and more cost-effective movement of goods.

01/15/2026 Logistics
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WCO and Sida Collaborate to Modernize African Customs

WCO and Sida Collaborate to Modernize African Customs

The WCO, in partnership with Sida, launched the "Project to Promote Trade Facilitation and Customs Modernization" aimed at enhancing customs capacity in Sub-Saharan Africa. The project optimizes the cross-border trade environment, fostering economic growth and poverty reduction. It focuses on strategic capacity building, operational efficiency improvements, promotion of trade facilitation measures, strengthened regional cooperation, and ensuring sustainable development. The initiative seeks to streamline customs procedures and reduce trade barriers, ultimately contributing to increased trade flows and economic prosperity in the region.

01/22/2026 Customs Knowledge
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WCO Boosts Customs Intelligence in Subsaharan Africa Against Illegal Trade

WCO Boosts Customs Intelligence in Subsaharan Africa Against Illegal Trade

The World Customs Organization's INAMA Project held an advanced intelligence training in Zambia, aiming to enhance the intelligence analysis capabilities of customs administrations in Sub-Saharan Africa. This initiative seeks to more effectively combat illicit trade, protect wildlife, and promote sustainable development. The training covered the role of intelligence in law enforcement planning, core analytical techniques, and post-operation analysis. The project is funded by the U.S. Department of State and supported by various stakeholders, contributing to improved regional security and economic stability.

01/26/2026 Customs Knowledge
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Sudan Customs Overhauls HR to Boost Trade Efficiency

Sudan Customs Overhauls HR to Boost Trade Efficiency

With the assistance of the World Customs Organization (WCO), Sudanese Customs has launched a Human Resources modernization project. This initiative aims to enhance the professionalism and efficiency of the customs workforce by establishing a competency-based management system. The goal is to better serve national economic development and international trade security. The project encompasses assessing the current management situation, developing practical tools, formulating a roadmap, and providing ongoing expert support. This comprehensive approach seeks to transform HR practices within Sudanese Customs.

01/26/2026 Customs Knowledge
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WCO Boosts Trade Controls in Azerbaijan to Counter WMD Threats

WCO Boosts Trade Controls in Azerbaijan to Counter WMD Threats

The WCO's ACES project has assisted Azerbaijan Customs in enhancing its control over weapons of mass destruction. This initiative involved training customs officers and certifying experts, enabling Azerbaijan to fulfill UN Security Council resolutions and contribute to building a global security barrier. The project strengthens strategic trade control and customs capacity building, ultimately aiming to prevent the proliferation of WMDs and ensure a safer global environment. This collaborative effort underscores the importance of international cooperation in addressing critical security challenges.

01/26/2026 Customs Knowledge
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Africaasia Customs Boost Wildlife Trafficking Fight Via INAMA

Africaasia Customs Boost Wildlife Trafficking Fight Via INAMA

The INAMA project supports nine countries in Africa and Asia to enhance their capacity to combat illegal wildlife trade (IWT) by deploying expert missions. The project focuses on training frameworks, legal instruments, risk management, and action plans. Funded by the U.S. Department of State and the Customs Cooperation Fund, this initiative aims to effectively curb IWT crimes and protect global biodiversity through international cooperation. It strengthens customs enforcement and promotes sustainable solutions to address the complex challenges posed by wildlife trafficking.

01/26/2026 Customs Knowledge
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WCO Strengthens Zambias Antiwildlife Trafficking Efforts

WCO Strengthens Zambias Antiwildlife Trafficking Efforts

The World Customs Organization (WCO), through its INAMA project, supports Zambia Customs in enhancing its intelligence capabilities to combat the illegal trade in endangered species. A WCO expert team visited Zambia to provide strategic advice and technical assistance, covering intelligence gathering, analysis, dissemination, and risk management. This initiative aims to strengthen Zambia Customs' enforcement capabilities and contribute to global biodiversity conservation efforts. The project focuses on improving intelligence-led enforcement to effectively target and disrupt wildlife trafficking networks operating through Zambian borders.

02/02/2026 Customs Knowledge
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Malawi Customs Strengthened Against Illegal Wildlife Trade

Malawi Customs Strengthened Against Illegal Wildlife Trade

The WCO's INAMA project, funded by GIZ, effectively enhanced the Malawi Revenue Authority's risk management capabilities in combating illegal wildlife trade. This was achieved through diagnostic assessments, practical training, risk profile development, and capacity building. The project emphasizes long-term sustainability alongside short-term impact, providing valuable experience and a model for other countries seeking to strengthen their customs enforcement efforts against wildlife trafficking. Its holistic approach ensures lasting improvements in identifying and mitigating risks related to this illicit trade.

02/03/2026 Customs Knowledge
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