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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West Africa Enhances Customs Risk Management During Pandemic

West Africa Enhances Customs Risk Management During Pandemic

Supported by the WCO/JICA joint project, West African Customs administrations continued to enhance their risk management and intelligence analysis capabilities during the pandemic through online training. The MTP project, involving six countries including Benin, aims to cultivate a team of experts proficient in these skills and has made significant progress. By adopting innovative training methods, the project overcame the challenges posed by the pandemic and injected new momentum into customs capacity building in West Africa. The online format allowed for continued learning and development despite travel restrictions and social distancing measures.

01/22/2026 Customs Knowledge
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Lesotho South Africa Enhance Trade to Advance Afcfta

Lesotho South Africa Enhance Trade to Advance Afcfta

Lesotho and South Africa, with the support of the World Customs Organization, jointly released a Time Release Study report to optimize border management and enhance cross-border trade efficiency. Focusing on the Maseru Bridge and Ficksburg Bridge border posts, the study aims to reduce non-tariff trade barriers through coordinated border management and the implementation of one-stop service. This initiative supports the development of the African Continental Free Trade Area and promotes regional economic prosperity by streamlining processes and improving the flow of goods between the two countries.

01/26/2026 Customs Knowledge
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Zhengzhou-europe Express Train: A Vital Force Driving the Belt and Road Initiative

Zhengzhou-europe Express Train: A Vital Force Driving the Belt and Road Initiative

As of December 4, the Zhengzhou-Europe International Railway has operated 150 trains this year, exceeding the annual target. The total cargo value reached $693 million, covering economic circles such as the Yangtze River Delta and the Pearl River Delta, and radiating to 20 countries in Europe and Central Asia. Future goals will gradually increase, continuing to play an important role in the Belt and Road Initiative.

12/05/2023 Logistics
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China-europe Railway Express 'chang'an' How to Shape a New Global Logistics Pattern

China-europe Railway Express 'chang'an' How to Shape a New Global Logistics Pattern

In 2020, the China-Europe Railway Express 'Chang'an Hao' operated 3,720 trains, with a total cargo weight of 2.811 million tons, becoming the top performer in national core indicators. Its extensive reach covers Central Asia and South Asia, enhancing global logistics efficiency through an innovative sea-rail combined transport system. This development has also facilitated industrial agglomeration and foreign trade growth in the Xi'an region.

01/29/2021 Logistics Industry Insights
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Hamburg Port Europes Largest Searail Intermodal Hub Leading the Future with Innovation

Hamburg Port Europes Largest Searail Intermodal Hub Leading the Future with Innovation

In 2018, the Port of Hamburg set a new record for sea-rail intermodal transport with 46.8 million tons, highlighting its core position in trade through stable port throughput and strong container operations. The Port continues to enhance its connections with global markets, and looking ahead, its convenient transportation and advanced technology make it a key hub for logistics in Central Europe and worldwide.

07/24/2025 Port Encyclopedia
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New Code CBCYCY2NFBU Streamlines International Fund Transfers

New Code CBCYCY2NFBU Streamlines International Fund Transfers

This article details the SWIFT/BIC code CBCYCY2NFBU of the Central Bank of Cyprus and its significance in international remittances. It thoroughly analyzes the structure of the SWIFT code and provides a step-by-step guide for locating it, along with specific procedures that need to be followed during the remittance process. This information aids readers in conducting cross-border fund transfers more effectively.

09/05/2025 International Settlement
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Algeria Upgrades Ghardaia Airport to Boost Regional Aviation

Algeria Upgrades Ghardaia Airport to Boost Regional Aviation

Guelma Noumerate Airport is a significant aviation hub in north-central Algeria, undergoing continuous upgrades. It features two runways and two terminals, operating both domestic and international charter flights, connecting to several key cities. With regional economic development, the airport is expected to expand its international route network, injecting new vitality into regional growth. The airport plays a crucial role in connecting Algeria to the world.

09/26/2025 Airport Codes
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IATA Launches Global Zoning System to Streamline Air Travel

IATA Launches Global Zoning System to Streamline Air Travel

The International Air Transport Association (IATA) divides the world into three IATA Areas based on economic, social, and trade development levels, establishing uniform freight regulations. Area 1 encompasses North, Central, and South America, including Greenland. This zoning approach aims to ensure fair, efficient, and orderly international air cargo operations. It facilitates standardized procedures and pricing, promoting seamless global trade and logistics within the air freight industry.

09/26/2025 Logistics Encyclopedia
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COSCO Launches Wuhaneurope Railsea Transport Route

COSCO Launches Wuhaneurope Railsea Transport Route

COSCO Shipping launched the "Wuhan-Xiamen-Europe" rail-sea intermodal train service, providing a more convenient and efficient European trade channel for enterprises in central China. This route, through port-shipping coordination, significantly shortens transportation time and reduces logistics costs, boosting economic development in Wuhan and surrounding areas. It also enhances COSCO Shipping's influence in the middle and upper reaches of the Yangtze River.

11/03/2025 Logistics
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