Liza Almonte
Reinforced supply chain actions keep APAC outlook upbeat: research
Reinforced supply chain actions keep Asia Pacific’s outlook upbeat amid challenges, geopolitical tensions
New research from Economist Impact and DP World says 2024...
Saunders takes over as WCO secretary general
Ian Saunders officially took over as secretary general of the World Customs Organization, replacing Kunio Mikuriya
The change in WCO leadership was celebrated...
WTO concludes talks on global e-commerce rules
The World Trade Organization has concluded talks on global e-commerce rules for a more reliable global digital economy
The rules cover digital trade...
Global trade to contract by 5% in 2023: UNCTAD
Global trade to shrink by 5% in 2023, according to the United Nations Conference on Trade and Development
Trade in goods is expected...
WTO flags persistent export restrictions
The World Trade Organization flagged persistent export restrictions that contribute to food price volatility
The majority of trade restrictions were on the export...
WCO, IAPH release cooperation guidelines between customs, port authorities
The World Customs Organization and International Association of Ports and Harbors have released cooperation guidelines between Customs and port authorities
The guidelines focus...
WCO launches app for easy Harmonized System access
The World Customs Organization has introduced a mobile app providing easy access to the Harmonized System 2022
HS Browse & Check offers quick...
WTO cuts 2023 trade growth forecast amid global manufacturing slump
The World Trade Organization revised its 2023 trade growth forecast downward due to global manufacturing challenges, with only a modest 0.8% growth expected...
WTO report makes a case for “re-globalization”
The World Trade Organization made a case for “re-globalization” in its World Trade Report 2023
Increased international cooperation and broader integration can support...
Africa becoming global supply chain force: UNCTAD
Now is the time for Africa to become a major player in global supply chains by capitalizing on its vast resources of materials...