WCO to hold trade forum in China

   The World Customs Organization will host a customs and trade forum in Guangzhou, China on Nov. 24-25 to discuss knowledge sharing as a way to improve public-private cooperation to enhance the management of modern, secure international supply chains.
   The event, which is expected to draw upwards of 500 customs and business attendees, will include discussions covering:
   • Sharing knowledge to inspire trade development and economic prosperity.
   • Risk management.
   • Role of business in supply chain security.
   • Role of information in knowledge management.
   Organized by the WCO in conjunction with business partners from across the supply chain industry, the event is being hosted by the General Administration of China Customs (GACC) and its lead sponsor is the Conference of Asia Pacific Express Carriers (CAPEC).
   For more information, contact the WCO Events Team at WCTF2011@wcoomd.org. Information can also be found on the event’s Website.