TIRANA, Jan 28 /ATA/ The General Directorate of Customs is participating in the 2026 Conference and Technology Exhibition of the World Customs Organization (WCO), which opened today under the theme ‘Customs Flexibility in a Complex World: Securing and Facilitating Trade through Innovation.’”
Over the course of three days, the event brings together more than 1,500 participants from over 100 countries, serving as a global platform to exchange best practices, drive technological innovation, and strengthen cooperation between customs authorities and the private sector.
During the conference, emphasis was placed on the role of smart technologies, public–private cooperation, and enhanced supply chain security as key factors for building a modern and efficient customs system. The meeting aims to strengthen customs’ capacity to adapt to evolving risks while ensuring safe and swift facilitation of cross-border trade.
The opening ceremony was presided over by WCO Secretary General Ian Saunders, alongside senior officials from the United Arab Emirates, including Ali Mohammed Hammad Al Shamsi, Chairman of the Federal Authority for Identity, Citizenship, Customs and Port Security, and Ahmed Abdullah bin Lahij Al Falasi, Director General of Customs and Port Security.
By taking part in this conference, the General Directorate of Customs seeks to strengthen the exchange of international experiences, gain insight into the latest technological trends, and enhance its capacity to efficiently manage global trade flows.
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