Cambodia Strengthens Anticounterfeit Efforts with WCO Backing

Cambodia Strengthens Anticounterfeit Efforts with WCO Backing

The WCO is assisting Cambodian Customs in combating counterfeit and pirated goods, enhancing its border enforcement capabilities for intellectual property rights, and protecting consumer rights and public health and safety. This collaboration aims to strengthen Cambodia's ability to prevent the entry of illicit goods, safeguarding legitimate businesses and ensuring the well-being of its citizens. The WCO's support includes training, technical assistance, and the sharing of best practices in customs enforcement and intellectual property protection.

01/05/2026 Customs Knowledge
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WCO Trains Data Analysts in South Korea

WCO Trains Data Analysts in South Korea

The World Customs Organization (WCO) held a data analysis lecture for WCO Scholarship Program students at Sungkyunkwan University in South Korea. The lecture covered data strategy implementation, customs data analysis applications, and geospatial intelligence. Through interactive discussions, WCO representatives answered student questions, helping to enhance customs data analysis capabilities and promote global trade security and facilitation. The initiative aims to equip participants with the skills necessary to leverage data for improved customs operations and decision-making within their respective administrations.

01/05/2026 Customs Knowledge
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WCO Aids Liberia in Boosting Customs Revenue

WCO Aids Liberia in Boosting Customs Revenue

At the request of the Liberia Revenue Authority, the World Customs Organization sent an expert mission to Liberia to strengthen its customs valuation and classification infrastructure. Through assessments, workshops, and recommendations, the mission assisted Liberia in implementing relevant World Trade Organization agreements and developing a strategy to terminate private sector inspection contracts. The goal was to enhance revenue collection, promote trade facilitation, and foster economic development within the country. The mission's work focused on building sustainable capacity and ensuring compliance with international standards.

01/07/2026 Customs Knowledge
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China Customs WCO Discuss Trade Facilitation Measures

China Customs WCO Discuss Trade Facilitation Measures

A Chinese Customs delegation visited the World Customs Organization headquarters to engage in in-depth discussions on trade facilitation, coordinated border management, and the single window concept. The visit aimed to support the development of China's National Single Window and learn from international best practices to optimize border management. This initiative will help China play a greater role in global trade facilitation. The discussions focused on streamlining customs procedures and enhancing collaboration to improve efficiency and reduce trade costs.

01/07/2026 Customs Knowledge
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Qatar Customs Digital Transformation Wins WCO Approval

Qatar Customs Digital Transformation Wins WCO Approval

In 2013, the World Customs Organization (WCO) assessed Qatar Customs, acknowledging its significant progress in strategic planning, business processes, information technology, Single Window, Coordinated Border Management, academic research, and infrastructure. The WCO also recommended strengthening strategic planning, optimizing business processes, enhancing IT application, and deepening international cooperation, providing guidance for the future development of Qatar Customs. This assessment highlighted both achievements and areas for improvement, contributing to Qatar Customs' ongoing modernization efforts and alignment with international best practices.

01/07/2026 Customs Knowledge
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Samoa Strengthens Border Controls with WCO Assistance

Samoa Strengthens Border Controls with WCO Assistance

The World Customs Organization (WCO) is assisting Samoa Customs in optimizing its border management. Through workshops, the WCO is sharing best practices and introducing relevant tools to promote inter-agency collaboration and data harmonization. This initiative aims to enhance trade efficiency, strengthen border security, and foster economic development. Ultimately, it lays the foundation for a highly efficient and collaborative cross-border regulatory system in Samoa, improving overall customs operations and contributing to regional stability.

01/07/2026 Customs Knowledge
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Liberia Enhances Tax Collection with WCO Assistance

Liberia Enhances Tax Collection with WCO Assistance

With the support of the WCO WACAM project, the Liberia Revenue Authority is actively implementing a competency-based human resource management system. This includes developing tools such as job benchmarks, competency frameworks, and job descriptions, as well as formulating human resource and training strategies. This initiative aims to enhance employee performance, achieve organizational goals, and inject new vitality into Liberia's economic development and social progress. The focus is on building a skilled and effective tax workforce.

01/07/2026 Customs Knowledge
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WCO Tackles Ecommerce Challenges at Davos Forum

WCO Tackles Ecommerce Challenges at Davos Forum

During the World Economic Forum Annual Meeting in Davos, the World Customs Organization (WCO) focused on the opportunities and challenges of cross-border e-commerce. They engaged in in-depth discussions with global political and business leaders, emphasizing the crucial role of customs in promoting trade, ensuring security, and increasing revenue. The WCO will continue to strengthen international cooperation and promote trade facilitation to contribute significantly to global economic prosperity.

01/07/2026 Customs Knowledge
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Asiapacific Adopts WCO Framework for Ecommerce Customs

Asiapacific Adopts WCO Framework for Ecommerce Customs

The WCO Asia-Pacific Regional E-commerce Seminar focused on the implementation of cross-border e-commerce standards frameworks. Key areas discussed included advance electronic data, data exchange, tax collection, AEO extensions, and technological applications. Participants actively engaged in addressing the challenges posed by the pandemic-accelerated e-commerce transformation. The aim is to build a secure and efficient new e-commerce ecosystem in the Asia-Pacific region by fostering collaboration and addressing emerging issues related to cross-border trade and customs procedures.

01/19/2026 Customs Knowledge
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Colombia Customs Boosts Efficiency with WCO Partnership

Colombia Customs Boosts Efficiency with WCO Partnership

The World Customs Organization (WCO), through its Global Trade Facilitation Programme (GTFP), remotely assisted the Colombian Customs (DIAN) in strategic planning and optimizing its Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) system to improve management efficiency. The project aims to build a sustainable performance management system, supporting DIAN's institutional transformation and capacity building. This initiative lays the foundation for the modernization of Colombian Customs and contributes to global trade facilitation efforts. The GTFP's support is crucial for enhancing DIAN's strategic alignment and operational effectiveness.

01/19/2026 Customs Knowledge
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