WCO Helps Togo Increase Revenue by Tightening Customs Controls

WCO Helps Togo Increase Revenue by Tightening Customs Controls

The World Customs Organization (WCO) completed a three-phase capacity building assistance program for Togo Customs, aimed at helping the Togolese Revenue Office (OTR) reclaim outsourced customs valuation functions and enhance its valuation capabilities. The program, through diagnostic assessments, expert training, and the establishment of an electronic database, helped Togo Customs close tax loopholes and increase fiscal revenue, providing stronger financial support for national development. The initiative strengthened Togo's ability to accurately assess customs duties and improve overall customs administration.

01/20/2026 Customs Knowledge
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WCO Advances Customs Modernization with Updated ECP Plan

WCO Advances Customs Modernization with Updated ECP Plan

The WCO's revised Phase IV of the ECP Action Plan aims to advance global customs modernization and promote trade facilitation and security. This is achieved through initiatives like compiling transit trade best practices, revising data model guidelines, focusing on Small Island Economies, researching Special Customs Zones, reviewing the Kyoto Convention, exploring rail customs procedures, developing PLACI guiding principles, aligning AEO with ICAO programs, and updating the disruptive technology report. These efforts collectively contribute to a more efficient and secure global trade environment.

01/20/2026 Customs Knowledge
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Tiktok Prioritizes Authenticity in Aidriven Content Shift

Tiktok Prioritizes Authenticity in Aidriven Content Shift

TikTok's introduction of 'invisible watermarks' marks a new phase in AI content governance. Users can opt to reduce AI-generated content, and the platform can accurately identify it. AI e-commerce merchants need to transform, focusing on genuine IP and AI collaboration, and deeply cultivating content quality. Creativity and user value are key to gaining algorithm favor. The digital economy is shifting from 'efficiency first' to 'value first', emphasizing ethical considerations and user experience in the age of AI-driven content and commerce.

01/23/2026 Logistics Industry Insights
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Guide to Selecting and Managing 3PL Partnerships Strategically

Guide to Selecting and Managing 3PL Partnerships Strategically

This paper delves into how companies can mitigate risks and enhance value when selecting Third-Party Logistics (3PL) services by focusing on three key stages: selection, contracting, and management. It emphasizes the importance of thoroughly understanding suppliers during the selection phase, ensuring result-oriented and legally sound contracts, and adopting data-driven and continuous improvement approaches during the management process. Ultimately, the goal is to achieve a win-win partnership with the 3PL provider, optimizing the supply chain and improving overall efficiency.

01/26/2026 Logistics Industry Insights
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Kyoto Convention Review Urges Business Input on Trade Facilitation

Kyoto Convention Review Urges Business Input on Trade Facilitation

The revised Kyoto Convention's comprehensive review is entering a crucial consultation phase. Businesses should actively participate to understand key issues like data, electronic declarations, perishable goods, AEO, security, and customs control. Engage through industry associations and the WCO to voice concerns, assess the impact, and adjust strategies. This is vital to prepare for the evolving landscape of global trade facilitation and ensure compliance with updated customs procedures under the Kyoto Convention. Understanding these changes is paramount for smooth and efficient international trade operations.

01/26/2026 Customs Knowledge
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Port of New York and Jersey Expands with Infrastructure Upgrades

Port of New York and Jersey Expands with Infrastructure Upgrades

The Port of New York and New Jersey solidifies its position as the second busiest port in the United States, driven by significant container throughput and ongoing infrastructure upgrades. The 33-year lease renewal agreement with Maher Terminals signals a new phase of infrastructure improvements and operational optimization, further enhancing its competitiveness in the global trade network. This commitment to modernization ensures the port remains a vital trade hub, facilitating efficient movement of goods and contributing significantly to the regional and national economy.

01/26/2026 Port Encyclopedia
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Laos Advances Rail Projects to Boost Regional Connectivity

Laos Advances Rail Projects to Boost Regional Connectivity

Laos is accelerating railway construction, officially approving the first phase of the Laos-Vietnam railway and actively preparing for the Vientiane-Champasak railway. This move aims to open up cross-border transportation channels, build a north-south economic artery, and transform Laos from a “land-locked” to a “land-linked” country. It will solidify its hub function in the ASEAN regional supply chain, promote tourism development, and achieve comprehensive economic upgrading. The railway projects are crucial for Laos's economic transformation and regional integration.

01/26/2026 Logistics
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