Freight Forwarders: Managing the storm with technology

10 May 2021 – Agility and the ability to adapt to difficult circumstances remains the No. 1 attribute for freight forwarders—but the pandemic put them to the test. Today, the leading forwarders are investing in technology that not only increases efficiency, but also enhances operations and creates new global solutions. The global COVID-19 pandemic has created a…

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Hateco customs clearance site licensed for post, courier items

May 10, 2021 The General Department of Vietnam Customs has granted an operational license to a customs clearance site for post and courier items handled by Hateco Group in Hanoi. The customs clearance site of Hateco Group (operated by Hateco Fulfillment) at Long Bien Inland Clearance Deport (ICD) is allowed to receive post and courier…

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Egypt Customs Authority to launch new unit for exporters

9 May 2021 – The new unit will be required to propose solutions to improve customs clearance The Customs Authority plans to establish a new unit to investigate complaints from exporters about customs procedures, new customs boss El Shahat El Ghatwary said in a recent statement. The new unit will be required to propose solutions…

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EZDubai Welcomes Emirates Post To Support The Rapid Growth Of E-commerce In The UAE

9 May 2021 – EZDubai, the fully dedicated e-commerce free zone strategically located in the heart of Dubai South’s Logistics District, is welcoming Emirates Post, the official postal operator and leading express provider in the UAE, which has opened a 33,475 square-feet dedicated facility that will handle parcels and express, domestic and international volumes, and…

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Viet Nam and Cambodia join hands to lift trade ties

8 May 2021 – Minister of Industry and Trade Nguyen Hong Dien held a working session with Cambodian Ambassador to Viet Nam Chay Navuth in Hani last Thursday to discuss measures to strengthen bilateral ties across trade, industry and energy. Dien expressed his belief that under the leadership of the Cambodian Government and with prevention…

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Suning Unveils “One-stop Solution” for Foreign Brands Seeking Entry into China

7 May 2021 – Suning International, the international business arm of Chinese retail giant Suning Group, unveiled a new cross-border initiative that will see the company partner with foreign brands that are seeking entry and expansion into the world’s second largest economy. Leveraging its global supply chains and digital capabilities, Suning International is offering overseas…

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India Bans The Import Of Chinese Wifi Devices – Affects Xiaomi And Other OEMS

7 May 2021 – In India, there has been a clampdown on Chinese companies since last year. Huawei is one of the first companies to be hit with the hammer. Subsequently, several Chinese apps have been banned in India. Even popular apps like Tencent (PUBG Mobile) and TikTok are currently not usable in India. Now, another ban…

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India blocks China-made wireless device imports: Report

7 May 2021 – India has blocked imports of China-made bluetooth speakers, wireless earphones, smartphones and more: Reuters. India has held up approvals for import of wifi modules from China for months, driving companies such as United States-based computer makers Dell and HP and China’s Xiaomi, Oppo, Vivo and Lenovo to delay product launches in…

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Amazon Partnered Carrier Programme reinstatement preparations

7 May 2021 – Plans for the Amazon Partnered Carrier Programme reinstatement for small parcels are under way, following the suspension of the service at the beginning of the year. It appeared at the beginning of the year that between them Amazon and UPS who carry out the deliveries weren’t quite as ready for Brexit…

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‘Consignment not pending,’ says CBIC on reports of oxygen concentrators awaiting Customs’ clearance

6 May 2021 – The Central Board of Indirect Taxes and Customs (CBIC) mentioned that it is in fact expediting all consignments and this news is factually incorrect and has no basis Amid reports that a consignment of oxygen concentrators is awaiting clearance from the Customs authorities, the Central Board of Indirect Taxes and Customs…

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