Latin America Enhances Trade with Crossborder Partnerships

Latin America Enhances Trade with Crossborder Partnerships

The World Customs Organization supported a Trade Facilitation Committee meeting for Latin American countries, focusing on issues such as expedited customs clearance, transit, and cooperation among border agencies. The meeting emphasized strengthening collaboration between border agencies and the private sector, as well as monitoring the implementation of the Trade Facilitation Agreement (TFA) to ensure the sustainability and success of trade facilitation efforts. These discussions aim to streamline processes and foster a more efficient and collaborative trade environment within the region.

01/05/2026 Customs Knowledge
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Ghanas Customs Reforms Boost Women in West African Trade

Ghanas Customs Reforms Boost Women in West African Trade

The World Customs Organization partnered with the Ghana Revenue Authority on a Gender Equality and Diversity project, empowering female traders in Ghana. The project included stakeholder meetings with SMEs and small traders, aiming to simplify trade procedures, provide information support, and promote gender equality. The outcomes of these meetings will be used to improve customs services and create a more equitable trading environment for women traders. This initiative seeks to address barriers faced by women in trade and foster inclusive economic growth.

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WCO Backs Benin Customs in Advancing Gender Equality

WCO Backs Benin Customs in Advancing Gender Equality

The World Customs Organization (WCO) partnered with Benin Customs for a follow-up action in Cotonou, implementing Gender Equality and Diversity (GEDC) policies and raising awareness among customs officers. Through workshops and action plans, the initiative aims to create a customs working environment that respects diversity, promotes equal treatment and opportunities, and contributes to sustainable development. The collaboration focuses on fostering a more inclusive and equitable workplace within Benin Customs, ultimately strengthening its capacity and contributing to broader societal goals.

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WCO Seeks to Streamline Global Trade Classification Standards

WCO Seeks to Streamline Global Trade Classification Standards

The World Customs Organization's midterm report affirms the HS's central role and recommends improvements to its usability and functionality to address evolving trade patterns. The report encourages active participation from all parties in the assessment process. The focus is on ensuring the Harmonized System remains a relevant and effective tool for international trade classification and customs procedures in a rapidly changing global landscape. This will involve streamlining processes and adapting to new technologies to enhance its overall effectiveness and accessibility.

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WCO Advances Trade Reforms in Turkmenistan Via Revised Kyoto Convention

WCO Advances Trade Reforms in Turkmenistan Via Revised Kyoto Convention

The World Customs Organization (WCO) held a seminar in Turkmenistan to promote the Revised Kyoto Convention (RKC) and raise awareness of the importance of simplified and harmonized customs procedures. By providing detailed interpretations of the RKC articles, self-assessment tools, and considering Turkmenistan's specific context, the WCO is helping the country lay the groundwork for future accession to the RKC. This initiative aims to facilitate trade and promote economic development in Turkmenistan by streamlining its customs processes and aligning them with international standards.

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WCO Revises Trade Rules to Enhance WTO Pact Compliance

WCO Revises Trade Rules to Enhance WTO Pact Compliance

The World Customs Organization (WCO) has updated its 'Implementation Guidance on Trade Facilitation,' integrating the latest tools and member practices to enhance the implementation of the WTO's Trade Facilitation Agreement (TFA). The new guidance covers areas such as transparency, customs-business cooperation, advance rulings, Authorized Economic Operator (AEO), border management, single window, customs brokers, transit, Globally Networked Customs, and National Trade Facilitation Committees. It provides more practical and comprehensive guidance for global trade facilitation, aiming to streamline processes and reduce trade costs.

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WCO Backs Palestinian Customs Modernization Efforts

WCO Backs Palestinian Customs Modernization Efforts

The World Customs Organization (WCO) is assisting Palestine Customs in modernizing its Human Resource Management (HRM) through a workshop held in Tunis. This support focuses on building a competency-based HRM system, including developing a job directory, competency framework, competency dictionary, and job descriptions. WCO experts will provide remote support to ensure the successful implementation of these reforms. The initiative aims to improve the efficiency and international competitiveness of Palestine Customs by strengthening its workforce and aligning HR practices with international standards.

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UAE Introduces Trade Advance Rulings to Boost Business Efficiency

UAE Introduces Trade Advance Rulings to Boost Business Efficiency

The World Customs Organization assisted the UAE in establishing an advance ruling system to enhance trade transparency and efficiency while reducing business risks. Companies should closely monitor policy developments, actively participate in consultations, strengthen compliance management, and fully utilize the advance ruling system to improve competitiveness. The advance ruling system is a global trend, and its future will be more digitalized and intelligent. This system provides certainty and predictability, allowing businesses to make informed decisions regarding import and export activities within the UAE.

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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.

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Mali Customs Boosts Economy with Modernization Talent Training

Mali Customs Boosts Economy with Modernization Talent Training

With the support of the World Customs Organization (WCO), Mali Customs has initiated a modernization reform of Human Resource Management (HRM) aimed at building a competency-based modern HRM system. Through diagnostic assessments, capacity building, and the refinement of the position system, Mali Customs has laid the foundation for creating an excellent customs workforce. This aims to better serve the country's economic development by improving efficiency and effectiveness in customs operations and fostering a culture of continuous improvement within the organization.

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