Customs Dept seizes smuggled frozen suckling pig meat worth over RM1 milion

Customs Dept seizes smuggled frozen suckling pig meat worth over RM1 milion

VCN - The Perak Royal Malaysian Customs Department seized 23,121 kilogrammes (kg) of frozen suckling pig meat estimated to be worth RM1,040,472 in a raid in Port Klang on May 9.
FedEx launches new online import customs declaration tool

FedEx launches new online import customs declaration tool

FedEx Express, a subsidiary of FedEx Corp. (NYSE: FDX) and one of the world’s largest express transportation companies, announced the official launch of the FedEx Online Import Customs Declaration Tool in Mainland China.
Iran becomes sixth country to connect its national customs system to eTIR

Iran becomes sixth country to connect its national customs system to eTIR

Iran has become the sixth contracting party to the TIR Convention to connect its national customs system with the eTIR international system, which was developed by UNECE to modernize and facilitate the cross-border transportation of goods in transit. 
6th WCO Global AEO Conference promotes modernization of AEO programmes

6th WCO Global AEO Conference promotes modernization of AEO programmes

VCN - The 6th WCO Global AEO Conference closed successfully, leaving us with deep impressions of the modern and civilized Shenzhen city and a great platform contributing to improving global Customs-Business partnerships.
GAC to promote foreign trade, expand global cooperation

GAC to promote foreign trade, expand global cooperation

VCN - China will deepen its cooperation with all parties concerned to promote the role of Authorized Economic Operator (AEO) agreements in facilitating both domestic and global companies' efforts to boost their foreign trade activities, said a customs off
6th WCO Global AEO Conference opens in Shenzhen, China

6th WCO Global AEO Conference opens in Shenzhen, China

On 8 May 2024, the 6th WCO Global AEO Conference was launched in Shenzhen, China, by the Secretary General of the World Customs Organization (WCO), Mr. Ian Saunders. This event, themed “Harnessing the Power of AEO Programmes for Inclusive and Sustainable Global Trade,” attracted over 1,200 attendees from 108 countries. The opening ceremony was graced by the Vice Minister of the General Administration of China Customs (GACC), Mr. Wang Lingjun, and the Mayor of Shenzhen City, Mr. Qin Weizhong, along with other distinguished guests and delegates.
Customs software upgrade set to bolster trade for developing countries

Customs software upgrade set to bolster trade for developing countries

ASYCUDAWorld, a flagship software backed by UN Trade and Development, introduces cutting-edge capabilities to help improve customs management across more than 100 economies.
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
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US customs clamps down on vague cargo descriptions

US customs clamps down on vague cargo descriptions

US Customs and Border Protection (CBP) is clamping down on the use of vague descriptions of shipments submitted through the Air Cargo Advance Screening (ACAS).
Uzbekistan Signs Customs Agreement With U.S.

Uzbekistan Signs Customs Agreement With U.S.

VCN - The heads of the Uzbek and American customs services have signed an agreement “On Cooperation and Mutual Assistance,” an essential legal basis of cooperation in customs. The deal was signed in a bilateral meeting between the Chairman of the Uzbekist
Hong Kong customs seizes B42.5m of smuggled platinum, its largest haul in 20 years

Hong Kong customs seizes B42.5m of smuggled platinum, its largest haul in 20 years

VCN - Hong Kong customs has claimed its biggest haul of smuggled platinum in two decades, seizing HKcopy0 million (42.5 million baht) worth of the metal hidden in a battery box at the bottom of a Shenzhen-bound truck.
Customs Affairs conducts training programme for OFOQ2 Single Window System

Customs Affairs conducts training programme for OFOQ2 Single Window System

Manama, Aug. 14 (BNA): The Customs Affairs has completed a training programme for users of the Customs Single Window (OFOQ2) system, including competent authorities and customs clearance offices. The training was conducted by Customs Affairs trainers with the participation of specialists from various customs directorates.
Abu Dhabi Customs equips sea customs centres with five advanced inspection devices

Abu Dhabi Customs equips sea customs centres with five advanced inspection devices

VCN - The General Administration of Abu Dhabi Customs has completed a project to equip its sea customs centers with advanced inspection devices as part of its ongoing efforts to enhance the efficiency of customs operations across the border ports of Abu D
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