Amazon Adapts to California Appliance Rules As Alibaba Expands in Europe

Amazon Adapts to California Appliance Rules As Alibaba Expands in Europe

This article summarizes recent key information in the cross-border e-commerce sector. It covers platform updates such as Amazon's new California appliance sales regulations, Alibaba's Miravia launch in Spain, and eBay's SpeedPAK shipping fee adjustments. It also highlights domestic news like Pudong New Area's foreign trade policies and Kunshan's import and export data. Furthermore, it provides insights into the economic and e-commerce development in countries like Japan and Indonesia. This information serves as a reference for cross-border e-commerce sellers.

12/29/2025 Logistics
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Business Guide to Avoiding Whatsapp Account Bans

Business Guide to Avoiding Whatsapp Account Bans

This article delves into the common reasons for WhatsApp account bans, including malicious reports, information abuse, and device association. It provides a detailed appeal process for unbanning and strategies to avoid future bans, such as obtaining consent before adding groups, adhering to WhatsApp's terms of service, and implementing targeted marketing. Furthermore, it introduces methods for backing up and restoring chat history, aiming to help foreign trade practitioners use WhatsApp safely and efficiently. The focus is on practical solutions for businesses navigating WhatsApp restrictions.

12/29/2025 Logistics Encyclopedia
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Linkedin Expands Role Beyond Recruitment for Global Professionals

Linkedin Expands Role Beyond Recruitment for Global Professionals

LinkedIn is not only the world's largest professional networking platform but also a powerful tool for foreign trade B2B companies to expand their overseas business. By creating professional profiles, actively expanding networks, publishing high-quality content, proactively interacting and communicating, and utilizing advertising features effectively, foreign traders can fully leverage LinkedIn to develop overseas customers, promote their brand, and ultimately achieve business growth. It's a valuable platform for lead generation, building relationships, and establishing a strong online presence in the global market.

12/30/2025 Logistics Industry Insights
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Global Alliance Forms to Fight Fake Sports Goods

Global Alliance Forms to Fight Fake Sports Goods

The World Customs Organization (WCO) and the Federation of the European Sporting Goods Industry (FESI) signed a Memorandum of Understanding to strengthen cooperation in combating counterfeit goods, particularly in the sporting goods sector. This collaboration aims to enhance the capacity of customs officials to identify counterfeit products through the promotion of the IPM platform, improved information exchange, and training programs. The initiative seeks to protect consumer rights and maintain market order by preventing the trade of fake sports equipment and other goods.

12/30/2025 Customs Knowledge
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Georgia Boosts Customs Efficiency With HS Reforms Global Partnerships

Georgia Boosts Customs Efficiency With HS Reforms Global Partnerships

Georgia Customs enhanced commodity classification skills and promoted customs modernization by hosting a Harmonized System (HS) workshop. The workshop, jointly organized by the WCO and the Georgian Revenue Service, covered the HS Convention, tariff classification practices, and advance ruling systems. It aimed to establish a tariff classification system compliant with international standards and facilitate trade. The experience of Georgia provides a valuable reference for other developing countries seeking to improve their customs procedures and ensure accurate commodity classification according to the HS.

12/30/2025 Customs Knowledge
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WCO Boosts Customs Training Programs Globally

WCO Boosts Customs Training Programs Globally

The 9th Global Meeting of Heads of WCO Regional Capacity Building Offices, Regional Training Centers, and Vice-Chair Offices highlighted the critical role of regional institutions in capacity building. The meeting reaffirmed commitments to the WCO’s annual Capacity Building Needs Assessment, donor engagement, and the maintenance of regional experts. Discussions also focused on the development of new tools, such as the WCO Training Diagnostics tool, aimed at strengthening regional cooperation, enhancing the capacity of member customs administrations, and addressing global trade challenges.

12/30/2025 Customs Knowledge
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Costa Rica Boosts Customs Efficiency Via HS Training

Costa Rica Boosts Customs Efficiency Via HS Training

The WCO, with the support of the Korea CCF, co-organized an HS workshop with Costa Rican Customs to enhance officials' HS skills. The workshop covered classification systems, rules, laboratory practices and other relevant topics. This initiative aims to improve the application of the Harmonized System, ensuring accurate classification of goods and ultimately contributing to trade facilitation by streamlining customs procedures and reducing potential delays. The training provided customs officers with the necessary knowledge and tools to effectively implement HS regulations.

12/30/2025 Customs Knowledge
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ICAO WCO Strengthen Global Air Cargo Security Measures

ICAO WCO Strengthen Global Air Cargo Security Measures

The 2012 Singapore Joint Conference united global efforts, focusing on aviation security and facilitation. The conference emphasized international cooperation, standardization, information sharing, and technology application, aiming to enhance global aviation security levels. The joint communiqué issued by ICAO and WCO pointed the way for future development, collectively building a safer and more efficient global air transport system. The discussions highlighted the importance of a coordinated approach to address emerging threats and promote seamless trade while maintaining the highest security standards.

12/30/2025 Logistics
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German Students Join WCO for African Customs Training Initiative

German Students Join WCO for African Customs Training Initiative

African students from the University of Münster visited the World Customs Organization (WCO) to gain insights into customs capacity building. Through expert lectures and participation in meetings, the students gained a more direct understanding of the current development status of African customs and the WCO's support measures. The WCO will continue to strengthen cooperation with African customs to help its modernization and transformation. This visit highlighted the importance of international collaboration in enhancing customs efficiency and promoting trade facilitation across the African continent.

12/30/2025 Customs Knowledge
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Namibia Customs Boosts Efficiency with WCO Leadership Training

Namibia Customs Boosts Efficiency with WCO Leadership Training

The WCO conducted a leadership workshop for Namibian Customs, aiming to enhance management effectiveness, promote customs modernization reforms, and contribute to the achievement of organizational goals. The workshop focused on developing leadership skills and strategies to improve operational efficiency and facilitate trade. By strengthening leadership capabilities, Namibian Customs can better navigate the challenges of a rapidly changing global environment and effectively implement modern customs practices. This initiative supports Namibia's efforts to streamline processes, enhance revenue collection, and improve border security.

12/30/2025 Customs Knowledge
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