Euro Tests Key Support Level Amid Dollar Strength Market Volatility

Euro Tests Key Support Level Amid Dollar Strength Market Volatility

EUR/USD has turned downward after testing a key resistance level and is now approaching a significant support area. This analysis examines the daily and hourly charts, discussing the balance of power between bulls and bears, and proposes corresponding trading strategy recommendations. Investors should pay close attention to economic data from Europe and the US, central bank policy movements, and geopolitical risks, making prudent decisions.

02/04/2026 Exchange Rate Query
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Customs Agencies Crack Down on Global Wildlife Trafficking

Customs Agencies Crack Down on Global Wildlife Trafficking

The World Customs Organization (WCO) actively responds to World Environment Day, emphasizing the importance of biodiversity conservation. Customs play a crucial role in sustainable development by combating environmental crimes such as illegal wildlife trade, timber trade, hazardous waste shipments, and IUU fishing. The WCO supports its member customs in addressing environmental challenges through capacity building, intelligence networks, and international cooperation, contributing to the protection of our planet.

12/30/2025 Customs Knowledge
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WTO Aid for Trade Review Boosts Global Customs Cooperation

WTO Aid for Trade Review Boosts Global Customs Cooperation

The World Customs Organization (WCO) actively showcases its contribution to enhancing supply chain efficiency and harmonizing border management in the WTO's Aid for Trade Global Review, emphasizing the importance of trade facilitation. Through its tools, projects, and capacity building programs, the WCO consistently supports its members in simplifying customs procedures, strengthening supply chain security, and promoting global trade facilitation, thus contributing to the prosperity of global trade.

12/30/2025 Customs Knowledge
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Qatar Customs Boosts Trade Security with AEO Program

Qatar Customs Boosts Trade Security with AEO Program

Qatar Customs, with WCO support, held an AEO program assessment workshop to optimize its upcoming AEO program and enhance trade security and efficiency. The workshop employed gap analysis, practical exercises, and work planning to lay the foundation for further AEO program improvements. The AEO program is expected to enhance Qatar's trade security, improve customs clearance efficiency, reduce trade costs, and strengthen international cooperation. The focus was on identifying areas for improvement and developing a roadmap for successful implementation, ensuring the program meets international standards and contributes to a safer and more efficient trade environment.

01/05/2026 Customs Knowledge
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Burkina Faso Customs Modernizes HR to Enhance West African Trade

Burkina Faso Customs Modernizes HR to Enhance West African Trade

Burkina Faso Customs, with the support of the World Customs Organization (WCO), has officially adopted human resource tools such as a competency framework and job catalogue to enhance talent management and organizational effectiveness. This initiative, a key outcome of the West Africa Customs Administration Modernization (WACAM) project, will help Burkina Faso Customs achieve its organizational goals, facilitate trade, and promote economic development in the West African region. The implementation aims to modernize HR practices and build a skilled workforce capable of meeting the challenges of international trade and customs administration.

01/22/2026 Customs Knowledge
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Ivory Coast Launches Transparent Customs System to Boost Trade

Ivory Coast Launches Transparent Customs System to Boost Trade

With support from the EU-WCO and the German Alliance for Trade Facilitation, Côte d'Ivoire is actively developing a national Advance Ruling System. This initiative aims to enhance trade transparency and predictability, reduce trade disputes, attract foreign investment, and improve customs efficiency. The system is expected to revitalize Côte d'Ivoire's trade development and serve as a model for other African nations. It will provide traders with binding rulings on tariff classification, origin, and other customs-related matters before import or export, fostering a more predictable and reliable trading environment.

01/22/2026 Customs Knowledge
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Gambia Revenue Authority Boosts Project Management for Modernization

Gambia Revenue Authority Boosts Project Management for Modernization

The Gambia Revenue Authority, with support from the WCO-Sweden Cooperation Programme (OMD-MADAO), has successfully developed a project management methodology to improve the efficiency of reform and modernization projects. This methodology covers all phases of the project lifecycle and is expected to be officially approved and fully implemented in September. It aims to establish an efficient and standardized project management system within the Gambia Revenue Authority and serve as a model for other developing countries. The initiative will enhance the GRA's ability to effectively manage and execute strategic projects.

01/26/2026 Customs Knowledge
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Moldova Boosts Customs Valuation Skills Via WTO Workshop

Moldova Boosts Customs Valuation Skills Via WTO Workshop

The World Customs Organization (WCO) held a customs valuation workshop in Moldova to enhance the valuation capabilities of Moldovan customs officials within the WTO framework. The workshop focused on establishing and utilizing valuation databases, verifying the authenticity of declared prices, analyzing valuation challenges for special goods, and introducing the advance ruling system. From a data analyst's perspective, the workshop emphasized data standardization, risk assessment model construction, and data support for the advance ruling system, thereby boosting Moldova's trade facilitation level. This initiative aims to streamline customs procedures and promote smoother international trade for Moldova.

01/27/2026 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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Postal and Customs Agencies Streamline Crossborder Ecommerce

Postal and Customs Agencies Streamline Crossborder Ecommerce

The WCO-UPU Liaison Committee meeting focused on Electronic Data Interchange (EDI) to enhance the security and efficiency of the postal supply chain. Key topics included data quality, capacity building, and discussions on the EU UCC, pre-loading cargo information, AEO accreditation, e-commerce cooperation, combating illicit trade, and innovative practices. The meeting aimed to support the development of cross-border e-commerce by addressing challenges and promoting secure and streamlined processes. The discussions highlighted the importance of collaboration and information sharing to facilitate legitimate trade and combat illegal activities within the global postal network.

02/02/2026 Customs Knowledge
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