Perboosts Trade Efficiency with Facilitation Project

Perboosts Trade Efficiency with Facilitation Project

The Global Trade Facilitation Programme (GTFP) partnered with SUNAT, the Peruvian Customs Authority, to conduct a strategic planning workshop. The aim was to enhance SUNAT's strategic planning capabilities by refining strategic objectives and developing Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) for a more efficient regulatory model. WCO experts tailored a strategic map and integrated control panel for Peruvian Customs, supporting its digital transformation and sustainable development. This collaboration seeks to improve SUNAT's overall effectiveness and contribute to Peru's economic growth through streamlined trade processes.

01/26/2026 Customs Knowledge
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Indonesia Boosts Customs Oversight with WCO Training Center

Indonesia Boosts Customs Oversight with WCO Training Center

The World Customs Organization (WCO) and Indonesian Customs have signed a Memorandum of Understanding to establish a Regional Training Center (RTC) and a Regional Customs Laboratory (RCL) in Indonesia. This initiative aims to enhance regional customs capacity building, facilitate trade, and promote economic development. Indonesian Customs will leverage its regional leadership to share best practices through the RTC and RCL, strengthening regional cooperation and addressing global trade challenges.

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Customs Officers Face Rising Mental Health Challenges Seek Resilience

Customs Officers Face Rising Mental Health Challenges Seek Resilience

In collaboration with SECO, the WCO is enhancing stress management and psychological resilience among Bolivian customs officers through training programs. This initiative aims to equip them with the necessary skills to effectively cope with the challenges posed by the pandemic, ensuring they can maintain their well-being and continue performing their duties effectively under pressure. The training focuses on building coping mechanisms and fostering a positive mindset.

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WCO ENFORCE Team Up to Tackle Illegal Waste Trade

WCO ENFORCE Team Up to Tackle Illegal Waste Trade

The World Customs Organization (WCO) actively supports the Environmental Network for Optimizing Regulatory Compliance on Illegal Traffic (ENFORCE) initiative to combat illegal waste trade. As a formal member of ENFORCE, the WCO is committed to enhancing the capacity of customs officers to address the threat of illegal waste through strengthened customs enforcement, capacity building, and international cooperation. This collaborative effort aims to build a global environmental security line, protecting both the environment and human health from the detrimental effects of illicit waste trafficking.

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WCO Revises Strategies to Strengthen Global Trade Capacity

WCO Revises Strategies to Strengthen Global Trade Capacity

The 16th meeting of the World Customs Organization (WCO) Capacity Building Committee, themed "Reshaping the WCO Capacity Building Paradigm," emphasized strategic alignment and resource optimization. The meeting aimed to update capacity building strategies to address global trade challenges. Discussions focused on the elements and operational aspects of the new paradigm, highlighting the importance of multi-stakeholder collaboration. The committee also elected new chairs and vice-chairs, setting the direction for global customs capacity building initiatives. The conference sought to modernize approaches to better support member states in navigating the evolving international trade landscape.

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WCO Boosts Philippine Customs to Speed Trade Reforms

WCO Boosts Philippine Customs to Speed Trade Reforms

The World Customs Organization (WCO) conducted a leadership and management development workshop for the Bureau of Customs (BOC) Philippines. The workshop aimed to enhance strategic alignment, teamwork, and individual growth, thereby promoting trade facilitation reforms and improving trade efficiency. Focusing on key challenges, the workshop emphasized the importance of Time Release Studies. This initiative supports the BOC in achieving modernization and sustainable development within the Philippine customs administration.

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Peru Boosts Customs Oversight with Global Partnerships

Peru Boosts Customs Oversight with Global Partnerships

Peru hosted a virtual forum to discuss risk management in customs valuation. Participating countries shared their experiences, highlighting best practices and challenges. The Peruvian Customs Service outlined plans to strengthen value verification processes and deepen public-private partnerships to improve compliance and combat fraud. The forum emphasized the importance of international cooperation in addressing valuation-related risks and ensuring fair trade practices. The discussions focused on leveraging technology and data analysis to enhance risk assessment and improve the efficiency of customs operations.

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WCO Issues New Customs Valuation Guidance for Trade Compliance

WCO Issues New Customs Valuation Guidance for Trade Compliance

The World Customs Organization is set to release new Explanatory Note 7.1, aiming to clarify the meaning of 'price actually paid or payable' and assist businesses in more accurately performing customs valuation. Companies should thoroughly understand the new regulations, optimize their valuation strategies, reduce trade costs, and improve compliance levels, thereby gaining a competitive edge in cross-border trade. This updated guidance is crucial for navigating the complexities of international trade and ensuring accurate declaration of goods.

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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.

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World Customs Organization Expands Performance Measurement Initiative

World Customs Organization Expands Performance Measurement Initiative

The World Customs Organization (WCO) launched the second round of its Performance Measurement Mechanism (PMM), encouraging members to enhance customs effectiveness through data self-assessment. The meeting highlighted the PMM's crucial role in capacity building, fostering cooperation, and driving institutional modernization. All members were invited to actively participate in the initiative. This round aims to further improve customs operations globally by leveraging data-driven insights and promoting best practices among member administrations. The PMM serves as a valuable tool for identifying areas for improvement and measuring progress towards achieving trade facilitation goals.

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