Saudi customs receives global acclaim for two-hour clearance service

Saudi customs receives global acclaim for two-hour clearance service

Saudi customs has garnered global acclaim for implementing the two-hour clearance service at all the country’s ports.
Customs create safe environment for all procedures

Customs create safe environment for all procedures

VCN - Customs is keen to create a safe environment for all procedures that contribute to the field of customs work for the general interest and work in particular, said an official.
Hong Kong customs arrests 7 for laundering $1.8 billion

Hong Kong customs arrests 7 for laundering $1.8 billion

VCN - Codenamed “Daybreak”, the operation was linked to a mobile app scam in India and two jewellery companies, the Customs and Excise Department revealed at a press conference on Friday.
The Republic of Nicaragua accedes to the Revised Kyoto Convention as the 136th Contracting Party

The Republic of Nicaragua accedes to the Revised Kyoto Convention as the 136th Contracting Party

On 15 February 2024, His Excellency César Castañeda, Ambassador of the Embassy of Nicaragua to the Kingdom of Belgium and Mission to the European Union, deposited Nicaragua’s Instrument of Accession to the International Convention on the Simplification and Harmonization of Customs Procedures (as amended), commonly known as the Revised Kyoto Convention (RKC), to Ian Saunders, the Secretary General of the World Customs Organization (WCO), who serves as the depositary for the RKC. The ceremony took place at WCO Headquarters in Brussels, Belgium.
Bulgaria Announces Merger of Customs and Revenue Agencies

Bulgaria Announces Merger of Customs and Revenue Agencies

The Bulgarian Ministry of Finance has unveiled plans to consolidate the National Revenue Agency and the Customs Agency into a single entity, marking a significant step towards streamlining financial operations in the country.
Employing AI, ML in Customs and border management

Employing AI, ML in Customs and border management

VCN - The success of the 2023 Technology Conference and Exhibition of the World Customs Organization (WCO) co-hosted by The General Department of Vietnam Customs in Hanoi on 10th – 12th October 2023 has once again affirmed the important role of technology
Digital technologies in customs control

Digital technologies in customs control

VCN - The digital technology application plays an important role in the process of customs modernization, simplifying procedures, cutting time and costs for businesses, and improving the effectiveness and efficiency of state management.
Customs seize cocaine

Customs seize cocaine 'skilfully' disguised as wine

Hong Kong Customs has seized about 444 kg of suspected liquid cocaine with an estimated market value of about 490 million Hong Kong dollars (about 63 million U.S. dollars), representing a record seizure of liquid cocaine, the customs said Monday.
Abu Dhabi Customs Supports Inspection System with Smart Devices that Streamline and Expedite Goods and Passengers Movement in Al Ain Ports

Abu Dhabi Customs Supports Inspection System with Smart Devices that Streamline and Expedite Goods and Passengers Movement in Al Ain Ports

VCN - In line with its strategic plan and key priorities, the General Administration of Abu Dhabi Customs has completed a project to provide its land customs centers in Al Ain City with advanced inspection devices supported by artificial intelligence syst
$10.2M in methamphetamine and cocaine hidden in flower shipment seized at Texas-Mexico border

$10.2M in methamphetamine and cocaine hidden in flower shipment seized at Texas-Mexico border

Four days before Christmas 2023, U.S. Customs and Border Protection officers seized more than $10.2 million in hard narcotics hidden within a commercial shipment of cut flowers.
World Customs Organization welcomes new Secretary General

World Customs Organization welcomes new Secretary General

Today marks a milestone in the history of the World Customs Organization (WCO) as Mr. Ian Saunders officially takes office as the new Secretary General.
2024 remains challenging for wood sector: experts

2024 remains challenging for wood sector: experts

The year 2024 is forecast to remain a challenging year for wood industry, given several issues affecting the sustainability of production and export, according to experts.
WCO and China Customs launch Smart Customs Project

WCO and China Customs launch Smart Customs Project

On December 5, during its 89th Policy Commission, the World Customs Organization (WCO) and the General Administration of Customs of the People’s Republic of China (GACC) signed a Cooperation Agreement, marking the start of the Smart Customs Project. This agreement was signed by WCO Secretary General Dr. Kunio Mikuriya and Vice Minister of GACC Dr. Wang Lingjun.
Customs Bill 2023 passed in Parliament

Customs Bill 2023 passed in Parliament

The Customs Bill 2023 was passed today in the Jatiya Sangsad here aiming to ensure fiscal discipline and accountability in import revenue collection and trade facilitation.
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China's customs unveils new measures to boost processing trade

The General Administration of Customs has introduced 16 reform measures to foster the high-quality development of processing trade by tackling the challenges and issues that hinder its growth, said an official on Tuesday.
WCO organizes second symposium on E-Commerce and Customs Valuation

WCO organizes second symposium on E-Commerce and Customs Valuation

VCN - On 23 October 2023, the World Customs Organization (WCO) held its second Symposium on E-Commerce and Customs Valuation.
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Saudi customs receives global acclaim for two-hour clearance service

Saudi customs receives global acclaim for two-hour clearance service

Saudi customs has garnered global acclaim for implementing the two-hour clearance service at all the country’s ports.
Customs create safe environment for all procedures

Customs create safe environment for all procedures

VCN - Customs is keen to create a safe environment for all procedures that contribute to the field of customs work for the general interest and work in particular, said an official.
Hong Kong customs arrests 7 for laundering $1.8 billion

Hong Kong customs arrests 7 for laundering $1.8 billion

VCN - Codenamed “Daybreak”, the operation was linked to a mobile app scam in India and two jewellery companies, the Customs and Excise Department revealed at a press conference on Friday.
The Republic of Nicaragua accedes to the Revised Kyoto Convention as the 136th Contracting Party

The Republic of Nicaragua accedes to the Revised Kyoto Convention as the 136th Contracting Party

On 15 February 2024, His Excellency César Castañeda, Ambassador of the Embassy of Nicaragua to the Kingdom of Belgium and Mission to the European Union, deposited Nicaragua’s Instrument of Accession to the International Convention on the Simplification and Harmonization of Customs Procedures (as amended), commonly known as the Revised Kyoto Convention (RKC), to Ian Saunders, the Secretary General of the World Customs Organization (WCO), who serves as the depositary for the RKC. The ceremony took place at WCO Headquarters in Brussels, Belgium.
Bulgaria Announces Merger of Customs and Revenue Agencies

Bulgaria Announces Merger of Customs and Revenue Agencies

The Bulgarian Ministry of Finance has unveiled plans to consolidate the National Revenue Agency and the Customs Agency into a single entity, marking a significant step towards streamlining financial operations in the country.
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