The World Customs Organization (WCO) is the only intergovernmental organisation exclusively focused on Customs matters. With its worldwide membership, the WCO is now recognised as the voice of the global Customs community. It is particularly noted for its work in areas covering the development of global standards, the simplification and harmonisation of Customs procedures, trade supply chain security, the facilitation of international trade, the enhancement of Customs enforcement and compliance activities, anti-counterfeiting and piracy initiatives, public-private partnerships, integrity promotion, and sustainable global Customs capacity building programmes. The WCO also maintains the international Harmonized System goods nomenclature, and administers the technical aspects of the WTO Agreements on Customs Valuation and Rules of Origin.

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World Customs Organization

Ian Saunders

Hans Pieters

Ludovic Thanay

Donia Hammami

The Capacity Building and Facilitation team at the World Customs Organization (WCO) focuses on enhancing global Customs capabilities through training, technical assistance, and policy development. They work to simplify and harmonize Customs procedures, boost trade facilitation, and improve compliance and enforcement activities across member countries. This team plays a pivotal role in sustainable development by providing targeted support and resources to strengthen Customs operations and integrity worldwide.

Capacity Building and Facilitation

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