World Customs Organization 3rd World Conference

More than 1,000 delegates from over 80 countries attended the opening of the WCO Global AEO Conference in Cancun, Mexico, yesterday 11 May, to discuss dynamic developments in Authorized Economic Operator (AEO) programmes widely acknowledged as a key driver for solid Customs-Business partnerships.

The list of WCO Members implementing AEO programmes or various compliance programmes has grown significantly, with the number of Mutual Recognition Agreements (MRAs) signed having doubled and even more Agreements being negotiated. This positive momentum, as well as current challenges and future opportunities for AEO programmes in the light of global security and facilitation concerns, will be the focus of participants’ attention during this three-day event.