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International Customs Day 2025


   

The WCO is dedicating 2025 to Customs Delivering on its Commitment to Efficiency, Security and Prosperity.

WCO Members will have the opportunity to showcase their efforts and activities in this domain.

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ICD 2025 celebrations around the world

  • ANTIGUA and BARBUDA: On ICD 2025, the Customs and Excise Division proudly honoured three of its longest serving officers. Their dedication and service have greatly contributed to the progress of the nation. Thank you for their unwavering commitment!

    ANTIGUA and BARBUDA: On ICD 2025, the Customs and Excise Division proudly honoured three of its longest serving officers. Their dedication and service have greatly contributed to the progress of the nation. Thank you for their unwavering commitment!

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  • BELGIUM: The representatives of the organizations involved in the celebration of ICD 2025 paid tribute to the famous Manneken Pis, who was dressed in his traditional Customs uniform for this special day. Were present (from l. to r.) the Director General of DG TAXUD, the Administrator General of the Belgian General Customs and Excise Administration, the WCO Secretary General, the President of the Belgian Federal Public Service Finance (SPF Finance), and the Deputy Administrator General of the Belgian General Customs and Excise Administration.

    BELGIUM: The representatives of the organizations involved in the celebration of ICD 2025 paid tribute to the famous Manneken Pis, who was dressed in his traditional Customs uniform for this special day. Were present (from l. to r.) the Director General of DG TAXUD, the Administrator General of the Belgian General Customs and Excise Administration, the WCO Secretary General, the President of the Belgian Federal Public Service Finance (SPF Finance), and the Deputy Administrator General of the Belgian General Customs and Excise Administration.

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  • BHUTAN: Celebrating Customs and its contribution to facilitating global trade, protecting borders, and ensuring the smooth movement of goods. The photo illustrates the tribute which was paid to the dedicated Customs officers who work tirelessly to safeguard our country's prosperity and security.

    BHUTAN: Celebrating Customs and its contribution to facilitating global trade, protecting borders, and ensuring the smooth movement of goods. The photo illustrates the tribute which was paid to the dedicated Customs officers who work tirelessly to safeguard our country's prosperity and security.

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  • BRAZIL: A moment of strong emotion in the celebration of ICD 2025, when the sons of our colleague, Antonio José Araújo Filho, who lost his life in a tragic accident in duty, received the WCO Certificate of Merit from the Special Secretary of the Federal Revenue and the Under-Secretary of Customs Administration. Antonio's role in Customs surveillance was marked by exemplary dedication and the constant search for innovative and efficient solutions to face the challenges posed by his duties.

    BRAZIL: A moment of strong emotion in the celebration of ICD 2025, when the sons of our colleague, Antonio José Araújo Filho, who lost his life in a tragic accident in duty, received the WCO Certificate of Merit from the Special Secretary of the Federal Revenue and the Under-Secretary of Customs Administration. Antonio's role in Customs surveillance was marked by exemplary dedication and the constant search for innovative and efficient solutions to face the challenges posed by his duties.

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  • CAPE VERDE: The Customs administration marked ICD 2025 with various activities celebrating Customs and the important role it plays.

    CAPE VERDE: The Customs administration marked ICD 2025 with various activities celebrating Customs and the important role it plays.

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  • CHINA: On 24 January 2025, the General Administration of Customs hosted a celebration for ICD 2025, gathering Customs representatives from over 20 countries and regions. Vice-Minister Wang Lingjun delivered a speech and awarded 20 Customs officers with WCO Certificates of Merit.

    CHINA: On 24 January 2025, the General Administration of Customs hosted a celebration for ICD 2025, gathering Customs representatives from over 20 countries and regions. Vice-Minister Wang Lingjun delivered a speech and awarded 20 Customs officers with WCO Certificates of Merit.

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  • COLOMBIA: The Customs administration marked ICD 2025 by showcasing Customs operations.

    COLOMBIA: The Customs administration marked ICD 2025 by showcasing Customs operations.

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  • CÔTE D'IVOIRE: On ICD 2025, the award ceremony was presided over by Mr. Adama Coulibaly, Minister of Finance and Budget, and General Pierre Alphonse DA, Director General of Customs in the honour of deserving Customs officers.

    CÔTE D'IVOIRE: On ICD 2025, the award ceremony was presided over by Mr. Adama Coulibaly, Minister of Finance and Budget, and General Pierre Alphonse DA, Director General of Customs in the honour of deserving Customs officers.

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  • CZECH REPUBLIC: The photo depicts the Honour Guard carrying the flag of the Czech Republic and the one of the Czech Customs Administration at the beginning of the award ceremony on ICD celebration.

    CZECH REPUBLIC: The photo depicts the Honour Guard carrying the flag of the Czech Republic and the one of the Czech Customs Administration at the beginning of the award ceremony on ICD celebration.

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  • DJIBOUTI: A particularly moving moment of ICD 2025 was the decoration of Mr. Gouled Ahmed Youssouf, Director General of Customs. He was elevated to the rank of Officer of the Great Star of Djibouti by the Prime Minister, in recognition of his exemplary dedication and sustained efforts in the service of Customs and the nation.

    DJIBOUTI: A particularly moving moment of ICD 2025 was the decoration of Mr. Gouled Ahmed Youssouf, Director General of Customs. He was elevated to the rank of Officer of the Great Star of Djibouti by the Prime Minister, in recognition of his exemplary dedication and sustained efforts in the service of Customs and the nation.

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  • DOMINICAN REPUBLIC: The ICD 2025 celebration was opened by the speech of the Director General of Customs and went on with a ceremony during which Customs colleagues and representatives of public and private sector institutions were awarded Certificates of Merit for their contribution to Customs performance. The photo shows that guests from the general public also attended the event.

    DOMINICAN REPUBLIC: The ICD 2025 celebration was opened by the speech of the Director General of Customs and went on with a ceremony during which Customs colleagues and representatives of public and private sector institutions were awarded Certificates of Merit for their contribution to Customs performance. The photo shows that guests from the general public also attended the event.

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  • ECUADOR: On ICD 2025, in recognition of exceptional service to the international Customs community, Certificates of Merit were awarded to Customs officers during an award ceremony for their significant contributions.

    ECUADOR: On ICD 2025, in recognition of exceptional service to the international Customs community, Certificates of Merit were awarded to Customs officers during an award ceremony for their significant contributions.

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  • FIJI: Here is a group photo taken at DCI 2025 with the Prime Minister of Fiji, Hon. Sitiveni Ligamamada Rabuka, the Chairman of the Board of the Fiji Revenue and Customs Service (FRCS), Mr. Malakai Naiyaga, and the Director General of the FRCS, Mr. Udit Singh, together with the FRCS officers who have just been awarded the WCO Certificates of Merit.

    FIJI: Here is a group photo taken at DCI 2025 with the Prime Minister of Fiji, Hon. Sitiveni Ligamamada Rabuka, the Chairman of the Board of the Fiji Revenue and Customs Service (FRCS), Mr. Malakai Naiyaga, and the Director General of the FRCS, Mr. Udit Singh, together with the FRCS officers who have just been awarded the WCO Certificates of Merit.

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  • FRANCE: A highlight of the ICD 2025 celebration was the awarding of WCO Certificates of Merit to some Customs officials stationed throughout France in recognition of their outstanding work in promoting the image of a “Customs Delivering on its Commitment to Efficiency, Security and Prosperity”. The photo shows 8 recipients who took part in the ceremony presided over by Mr. Florian Colas, Director General, at the Headquarters of the Directorate General.

    FRANCE: A highlight of the ICD 2025 celebration was the awarding of WCO Certificates of Merit to some Customs officials stationed throughout France in recognition of their outstanding work in promoting the image of a “Customs Delivering on its Commitment to Efficiency, Security and Prosperity”. The photo shows 8 recipients who took part in the ceremony presided over by Mr. Florian Colas, Director General, at the Headquarters of the Directorate General.

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  • GEORGIA: Group photo with Customs officers holding their Certificates of Merit received in recognition of their excellent performance in their duties.

    GEORGIA: Group photo with Customs officers holding their Certificates of Merit received in recognition of their excellent performance in their duties.

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  • GERMANY: On ICD 2025, Dr. Armin Rolfink, President of the Central Customs Authority in Germany, awarded the WCO Certificates of Merit to Customs officials in recognition of their contributions to the theme

    GERMANY: On ICD 2025, Dr. Armin Rolfink, President of the Central Customs Authority in Germany, awarded the WCO Certificates of Merit to Customs officials in recognition of their contributions to the theme "Customs Delivering on its Commitment to efficiency, Security and Prosperity". Given the variety of Customs duties in many different locations, the ceremony was held as an online event.

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  • GUATEMALA: ICD 2025 was celebrated by Customs all over the country with the theme “Customs Delivering on its Commitment to efficiency, Security and Prosperity”.

    GUATEMALA: ICD 2025 was celebrated by Customs all over the country with the theme “Customs Delivering on its Commitment to efficiency, Security and Prosperity”.

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  • HONG KONG: Group photo with the Deputy Commissioner, Office of the Commissioner of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Hong Kong, China, Mr. Pan Yundong (5th from l.), the Commissioner of Hong Kong Customs, Mr. Chan Tsz-tat (5th from r.), and the awardees of the WCO Certificates of Merit.

    HONG KONG: Group photo with the Deputy Commissioner, Office of the Commissioner of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Hong Kong, China, Mr. Pan Yundong (5th from l.), the Commissioner of Hong Kong Customs, Mr. Chan Tsz-tat (5th from r.), and the awardees of the WCO Certificates of Merit.

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  • HUNGARY: Main ceremony on ICD 2025 at the National Tax and Customs Administration, on 23 January 2025, in Budapest.

    HUNGARY: Main ceremony on ICD 2025 at the National Tax and Customs Administration, on 23 January 2025, in Budapest.

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  • INDONESIA: On ICD 2025, the Directorate General of Customs and Excise hosted the inaugural Speech Competition, aimed at enhancing the understanding of global trade and Customs issues among Customs officers. Out of 32 participants, Mr. Renaldi Simarmata from the Soekarno-HaLa Customs and Excise Office won the competition with his engaging speech titled “The Challenges and Opportunities Arising from the Growing Number of Free Trade Agreements and the Spaghetti Bowl Effect”.

    INDONESIA: On ICD 2025, the Directorate General of Customs and Excise hosted the inaugural Speech Competition, aimed at enhancing the understanding of global trade and Customs issues among Customs officers. Out of 32 participants, Mr. Renaldi Simarmata from the Soekarno-HaLa Customs and Excise Office won the competition with his engaging speech titled “The Challenges and Opportunities Arising from the Growing Number of Free Trade Agreements and the Spaghetti Bowl Effect”.

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  • IRAQ: On ICD 2025, the General Commission of Customs held a special ceremony to celebrate the dedication and efforts of its employees featuring a formal event where Certificates of Merit were awarded to outstanding employees in recognition of their contributions. This celebration reflects Customs’ commitment to strengthening its role in facilitating trade and ensuring border security.

    IRAQ: On ICD 2025, the General Commission of Customs held a special ceremony to celebrate the dedication and efforts of its employees featuring a formal event where Certificates of Merit were awarded to outstanding employees in recognition of their contributions. This celebration reflects Customs’ commitment to strengthening its role in facilitating trade and ensuring border security.

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  • IRELAND: Customs celebrated ICD 2025 at its Headquarters in Dublin Castle.

    IRELAND: Customs celebrated ICD 2025 at its Headquarters in Dublin Castle.

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  • ITALY: Excellence and commitment were at the heart of ICD 2025 celebration. Some Customs officials were awarded Certificates of Merit for their outstanding strategic and operational contribution to combating illicit trade and fostering public-private cooperation, fully embodying the principles and objectives promoted by the 2025 WCO’s theme.

    ITALY: Excellence and commitment were at the heart of ICD 2025 celebration. Some Customs officials were awarded Certificates of Merit for their outstanding strategic and operational contribution to combating illicit trade and fostering public-private cooperation, fully embodying the principles and objectives promoted by the 2025 WCO’s theme.

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  • JAMAICA: The CEO and Commissioner of the Jamaica Customs Agency, Dr. Velma Ricketts Walker (centre), joined by Customs Officials from the Trade and Border Regulatory Agency, gathered in unity to celebrate ICD on 26 January 2025 at the Church of the Open Bible in Kingston. The event served as a moment of reflection, gratitude, and renewed commitment to the Customs’ mission of facilitating trade, securing borders, and enhancing national development.

    JAMAICA: The CEO and Commissioner of the Jamaica Customs Agency, Dr. Velma Ricketts Walker (centre), joined by Customs Officials from the Trade and Border Regulatory Agency, gathered in unity to celebrate ICD on 26 January 2025 at the Church of the Open Bible in Kingston. The event served as a moment of reflection, gratitude, and renewed commitment to the Customs’ mission of facilitating trade, securing borders, and enhancing national development.

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  • KENYA: The ICD 2025 celebration was presided over by the Commissioner of Customs and Border Control and attended by Customs staff, these border heroes, and families of fallen colleagues. The event celebrated the excellence and honoured those who made the ultimate sacrifice in the performance of their duties.

    KENYA: The ICD 2025 celebration was presided over by the Commissioner of Customs and Border Control and attended by Customs staff, these border heroes, and families of fallen colleagues. The event celebrated the excellence and honoured those who made the ultimate sacrifice in the performance of their duties.

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  • LIBERIA: On ICD 2025, was held a celebration in the capital Monrovia with a defile and a ceremony during which Certificates of Merit were awarded to Customs officers for their outstanding performance.

    LIBERIA: On ICD 2025, was held a celebration in the capital Monrovia with a defile and a ceremony during which Certificates of Merit were awarded to Customs officers for their outstanding performance.

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  • LITHUANIA: At ICD celebration on 26 January 2025, exemplary officers and employees proudly receive their Certificates of Merit in recognition of their outstanding contributions.

    LITHUANIA: At ICD celebration on 26 January 2025, exemplary officers and employees proudly receive their Certificates of Merit in recognition of their outstanding contributions.

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  • MADAGASCAR: The ICD 2025 celebration gave the opportunity to Madagascar Customs to officially launch its 2025-2029 Strategic Plan highlighting its role as an economic pillar of the country and its commitment to society with its new ambitions. In line with the WCO 2025 theme, visits to ports and airports were also organized to introduce the Customs’ professions to the next generation.

    MADAGASCAR: The ICD 2025 celebration gave the opportunity to Madagascar Customs to officially launch its 2025-2029 Strategic Plan highlighting its role as an economic pillar of the country and its commitment to society with its new ambitions. In line with the WCO 2025 theme, visits to ports and airports were also organized to introduce the Customs’ professions to the next generation.

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  • MAURITIUS: The Mauritius Revenue Authority celebrated ICD 2025 on 27 January at the Integrated Customs Clearance Centre, Plaine Magnien. During the event, four new Customs projects, namely, the e-Tariff Platform, the e-Certificate of Origin, the e-Courier System, and the scan-to-pay payment option were launched.

    MAURITIUS: The Mauritius Revenue Authority celebrated ICD 2025 on 27 January at the Integrated Customs Clearance Centre, Plaine Magnien. During the event, four new Customs projects, namely, the e-Tariff Platform, the e-Certificate of Origin, the e-Courier System, and the scan-to-pay payment option were launched.

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  • MEXICO: At a special ceremony in Mexico City, the head of Mexican Customs and his team of directors awarded WCO Certificates of Merit to Customs officials in recognition of their valuable work in meeting national objectives and commitments to the international Customs community.

    MEXICO: At a special ceremony in Mexico City, the head of Mexican Customs and his team of directors awarded WCO Certificates of Merit to Customs officials in recognition of their valuable work in meeting national objectives and commitments to the international Customs community.

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  • MOLDOVA: On ICD 2025, Customs officials were awarded with WCO Certificates of Merit in appreciation for their outstanding achievements and professionalism in performing their duties.

    MOLDOVA: On ICD 2025, Customs officials were awarded with WCO Certificates of Merit in appreciation for their outstanding achievements and professionalism in performing their duties.

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  • MONTENEGRO: The Customs administration marked ICD 2025 for the first time with an official ceremony held on 29 January to award outstanding officials from various units for their exceptional contribution to efficiency, security and prosperity, and their professionalism and dedication.

    MONTENEGRO: The Customs administration marked ICD 2025 for the first time with an official ceremony held on 29 January to award outstanding officials from various units for their exceptional contribution to efficiency, security and prosperity, and their professionalism and dedication.

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  • MYANMAR: The photo illustrates the ICD celebration held on 26 January 2025 at Zeya Thiha Hall’s Customs Head Office, in Yangon. The event was graced by the presence of the Deputy Minister of Planning and Finance, along with the Minister of Economic Affairs of the Yangon Region, Directors General from the Ministry of Planning and Finance, and Directors, senior officials of the Customs Department, staff members, and other distinguished guests.

    MYANMAR: The photo illustrates the ICD celebration held on 26 January 2025 at Zeya Thiha Hall’s Customs Head Office, in Yangon. The event was graced by the presence of the Deputy Minister of Planning and Finance, along with the Minister of Economic Affairs of the Yangon Region, Directors General from the Ministry of Planning and Finance, and Directors, senior officials of the Customs Department, staff members, and other distinguished guests.

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  • NORTH MACEDONIA: To mark the ICD 2025 celebrations, Customs officers and stakeholders pose together for a family photo with their WCO Certificates of Merit awarded for their outstanding contributions enhancing the effectiveness of the administration in collecting revenue, facilitating legal trade and combating crime.

    NORTH MACEDONIA: To mark the ICD 2025 celebrations, Customs officers and stakeholders pose together for a family photo with their WCO Certificates of Merit awarded for their outstanding contributions enhancing the effectiveness of the administration in collecting revenue, facilitating legal trade and combating crime.

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  • OMAN: The photo was taken on ICD 2025 during ICD 2025 celebration, at which the Customs administration paid tribute to the family of the late Iskandar Hanna, who served in Oman Customs from 1921 to 1960, in recognition and appreciation of his outstanding contribution to the development of customs operations during that period.

    OMAN: The photo was taken on ICD 2025 during ICD 2025 celebration, at which the Customs administration paid tribute to the family of the late Iskandar Hanna, who served in Oman Customs from 1921 to 1960, in recognition and appreciation of his outstanding contribution to the development of customs operations during that period.

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  • PORTUGAL: The ICD celebration 2025 was presided over by H. E. the Minister of State and Finance and by Her Excellency the Director-General of the the Tax and Customs Authority (AT). The central theme,

    PORTUGAL: The ICD celebration 2025 was presided over by H. E. the Minister of State and Finance and by Her Excellency the Director-General of the the Tax and Customs Authority (AT). The central theme, "Customs Delivering on its Commitment to Efficiency, Security and Prosperity" was addressed by an expert in Geopolitics, Defence and Security, and by the Deputy Director-General for Customs Management at AT.

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  • REPUBLIC DEMOCRATIC OF THE CONGO: The Customs Brigade came together to celebrate ICD on 24 January 2025, under the theme of a Customs service that delivers on its commitments to efficiency, security and prosperity.

    REPUBLIC DEMOCRATIC OF THE CONGO: The Customs Brigade came together to celebrate ICD on 24 January 2025, under the theme of a Customs service that delivers on its commitments to efficiency, security and prosperity.

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  • ROMANIA: On ICD 2025, Customs awarded Customs officers with WCO Certificates of Merit, while at Craiova Regional Customs Directorate, 4th-grade pupils from Secondary School

    ROMANIA: On ICD 2025, Customs awarded Customs officers with WCO Certificates of Merit, while at Craiova Regional Customs Directorate, 4th-grade pupils from Secondary School "Nicolae Romanescu" participated in the “A Day in the Life of a Customs Officer” exhibition earning honorary diplomas as "Little Customs Officers”.

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  • SAMOA: On 27 January, the Deputy Prime Minister, also Minister for Customs & Revenue officially opened the event during an official ceremony. The programme included a thanksgiving service, an award ceremony, the launch of the Customs’ new website using new AI featured technology, stakeholders’ awareness sessions, and a social media communication campaign, to conclude with a staff sports event.

    SAMOA: On 27 January, the Deputy Prime Minister, also Minister for Customs & Revenue officially opened the event during an official ceremony. The programme included a thanksgiving service, an award ceremony, the launch of the Customs’ new website using new AI featured technology, stakeholders’ awareness sessions, and a social media communication campaign, to conclude with a staff sports event.

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  • SENEGAL: The photo was taken on 25 January 2025 during the highly successful walk organized by Customs to celebrate ICD and draw public attention to Customs’ crucial role.

    SENEGAL: The photo was taken on 25 January 2025 during the highly successful walk organized by Customs to celebrate ICD and draw public attention to Customs’ crucial role.

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  • SERBIA: For ICD 2025 traditional celebration, the Customs administration awarded 20 Customs officials with the WCO Certificates of Merit for their exceptional commitment to this year’s ICD theme focusing on efficiency, security and prosperity.

    SERBIA: For ICD 2025 traditional celebration, the Customs administration awarded 20 Customs officials with the WCO Certificates of Merit for their exceptional commitment to this year’s ICD theme focusing on efficiency, security and prosperity.

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  • SLOVENIA: Here are the Customs officers who were awarded by the Financial Administration on ICD 2025 celebration.

    SLOVENIA: Here are the Customs officers who were awarded by the Financial Administration on ICD 2025 celebration.

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  • SOMALIA: This photo was taken on 25 January 2025 during the ICD celebration held by Customs in Mogadiscio, capital of the country, with Customs officers being awarded for their contribution to the theme of the year.

    SOMALIA: This photo was taken on 25 January 2025 during the ICD celebration held by Customs in Mogadiscio, capital of the country, with Customs officers being awarded for their contribution to the theme of the year.

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  • SOUTH AFRICA: The country celebrated ICD 2025 on 24 January, reflecting on 30 years of modernization, engaging in meaningful discussions with trader partners, and honouring long-serving officers. The event was graced by WCO Chairperson, Prof Edward Kieswetter, flanked by SARS Deputy Commissioners and the Director for Customs and Excise.

    SOUTH AFRICA: The country celebrated ICD 2025 on 24 January, reflecting on 30 years of modernization, engaging in meaningful discussions with trader partners, and honouring long-serving officers. The event was graced by WCO Chairperson, Prof Edward Kieswetter, flanked by SARS Deputy Commissioners and the Director for Customs and Excise.

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  • SPAIN: Family photo at ICD 2025 celebration.

    SPAIN: Family photo at ICD 2025 celebration.

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  • THAILAND: Commitment to excellence – Customs celebrates the dedication of its officers in advancing Customs operations and trade efficiency. 💙 #ICD2025TH #CUSTOMSDAY

    THAILAND: Commitment to excellence – Customs celebrates the dedication of its officers in advancing Customs operations and trade efficiency. 💙 #ICD2025TH #CUSTOMSDAY"

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