Bolivia Customs Boosts Staff Resilience Via WCOSECO Program

Bolivia Customs Boosts Staff Resilience Via WCOSECO Program

The WCO-SECO GTFP project assisted Bolivian Customs in enhancing stress management skills and team cohesion among its officers. This support helped them navigate the challenges posed by the COVID-19 pandemic. The project recommended establishing a permanent mechanism for stress management and resilience building within the customs administration to ensure continued well-being and effectiveness of customs officers in the face of ongoing and future pressures.

02/03/2026 Customs Knowledge
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World Customs Organization Advances Gender Equality Efforts

World Customs Organization Advances Gender Equality Efforts

The World Customs Organization (WCO) Virtual Working Group on Gender Equality and Diversity convened to discuss new initiatives promoting gender equality and diversity in customs. Discussions included reviewing the draft WCO Council Declaration on Gender Equality and Diversity in Customs, preparing for the establishment of a “Customs Gender Equality and Diversity Network,” and conducting internal assessments. The WCO will continue to collaborate with its members to advance the relevant agenda.

01/26/2026 Customs Knowledge
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WCO Aids Niger Customs in Trade System Upgrade for Africa

WCO Aids Niger Customs in Trade System Upgrade for Africa

The World Customs Organization (WCO), with EU funding, launched the project "Harmonized Commodity Classification Based on WCO Standards to Strengthen African Trade," with Niger as one of the first beneficiary countries. WCO experts assessed Niger Customs to enhance its commodity classification and customs valuation capabilities, unify commodity classification standards, and facilitate African trade. This project will provide valuable experience for other African countries, jointly building a new landscape for African trade.

01/30/2026 Customs Knowledge
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Tajikistan Adopts Harmonized System Codes to Boost Trade

Tajikistan Adopts Harmonized System Codes to Boost Trade

Tajikistan hosted its first national workshop on the WCO Harmonized System (HS) to enhance customs commodity classification capabilities and align with international standards. The workshop covered the HS Convention, best practices in tariff classification, and the use of WCO tools. The IFC expressed appreciation for the cooperation between the WCO and Tajik Customs. This workshop marks a significant step for Tajikistan in the field of tariff classification, creating a fairer trading environment for businesses.

01/05/2026 Customs Knowledge
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WCO Expert Group Boosts Customs Efficiency with Enhanced Audit System

WCO Expert Group Boosts Customs Efficiency with Enhanced Audit System

The World Customs Organization (WCO) held a Post Clearance Audit (PCA) expert group workshop in Canada to revise the 2012 WCO PCA Guidelines and enhance global customs audit capabilities. Customs experts from six regions shared experiences and discussed key issues such as risk management and data analysis. The WCO will continue to follow up and utilize the CLiKC! platform to promote communication, helping customs administrations worldwide build more efficient and accurate audit systems.

01/05/2026 Customs Knowledge
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WCO Publishes 2022 HS Explanatory Notes for Trade Classification

WCO Publishes 2022 HS Explanatory Notes for Trade Classification

The World Customs Organization (WCO) has released the 2022 edition of the Harmonized System Explanatory Notes (HSEN) in print. This provides practical guidance on technical descriptions and classification of goods, serving as the official interpretation of HS codes. Purchase of the print version includes amendment supplements. An online subscription option is also available through the WCO Trade Tools platform. As a global leader in customs affairs, the WCO assists trade professionals in accurate customs clearance.

01/05/2026 HS Code Query
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Namibia Boosts Trade with Wcobacked Stakeholder Talks

Namibia Boosts Trade with Wcobacked Stakeholder Talks

WCO held a workshop in Namibia to support its implementation of the WTO's Trade Facilitation Agreement and enhance its National Committee on Trade Facilitation (NCTF) capabilities. The workshop emphasized the importance of stakeholder engagement and leveraging international best practices to promote trade facilitation. It aimed to provide Namibia with the necessary tools and knowledge to streamline its trade processes, reduce costs, and improve efficiency, ultimately boosting its economic competitiveness.

01/05/2026 Customs Knowledge
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Cuba Fasttracks AEO Program to Boost Trade Security

Cuba Fasttracks AEO Program to Boost Trade Security

Cuba is actively promoting the AEO program to enhance trade facilitation and security. The World Customs Organization (WCO) provides crucial support, conducting workshops to improve Cuban Customs' capacity in AEO certification and mutual recognition arrangements. Cuba plans to fully implement the AEO program by the end of 2019 and actively seeks mutual recognition agreements with other countries. This will significantly improve Cuba's trade competitiveness and promote international trade cooperation.

12/30/2025 Customs Knowledge
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Singapores Tradefirst Initiative Enhances Business Compliance Efficiency

Singapores Tradefirst Initiative Enhances Business Compliance Efficiency

Singapore's TradeFirst program integrates services like AEO to enhance compliance and efficiency for businesses. The WCO has acknowledged its customer-centric approach and explored its potential support for regional customs reforms. It aims to streamline trade processes, reduce costs, and improve overall competitiveness for participating companies. TradeFirst represents a significant step towards modernizing customs procedures and fostering a more efficient and reliable trading environment in Singapore and potentially beyond.

12/30/2025 Customs Knowledge
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Asiapacific Customs Expands Team with New Experts

Asiapacific Customs Expands Team with New Experts

The World Customs Organization (WCO) Asia Pacific Regional Office for Capacity Building (ROCB A/P) welcomes new members from Korea and Hong Kong Customs, bolstering its regional cooperation capabilities. ROCB A/P is dedicated to enhancing the skills and capabilities of customs officials and organizations in the Asia Pacific region through capacity building activities, striving towards the vision of 'World-Class Customs'. Thai Customs provides significant support to the office.

12/30/2025 Customs Knowledge
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