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Customs Tariffs and the Valuation of Goods for Customs Purposes and

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this end

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to perfom such functions as may be expressly assigned to it in

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those Conventions in accordance with the provisions thereof

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To make recommendations

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in a conciliatory capacity. for the settilernent of

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disputes concerning the interpretation or application of the Conventions

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referred to in paragraph (d) above

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To ensure the circulation of information regarding customs regulations and

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procedures

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On its own initiative or on request

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to furnish interested Governments

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information or advice on customs matters within the general purposes of the

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present Convention and to make recommendations thereon

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To cooperate with other intergovernmental organizations as regards matters

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within its competence

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How does the WCO fulfill its mandate?

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Establishes

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maintains

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slotote ne harmonization and uniform application of simplified and effective customs

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systems and procedures governing the movement of commodities

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people

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and conveyances across customs frontiers

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thus contributing to the

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o2h development of trade and the economic and social well-being of nations

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30Reinforces its Members' efforts to secure

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through control and enforcement

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compliance with their legislation

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by endeavoring to maximize the level and

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effectiveness of the Members' co-operation with each other and with

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international agencies to combat customs offenses

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Assists its Members in their efforts to meet the challenges of the modern

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environment and adapt to changing circumstances

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thus promoting

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communication and co-operation among Members and with other

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international organizations

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Helps foster human resource development and improve management and

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working methods of customs administration

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The WCo is the only international organization dealing exclusively with customs

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maters. It provides for a forum where delegates representing a large variety of members

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could tackle customs issues on equal footing. Each member has one representative and is

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entitled to one vote.

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How does the WCO operate?

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What are the different working bodies in the WCO?

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Council - highest body composed of the. Directors-General of Customs from

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all members and is assisted by the Finance Committee (17 members) and by

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the Policy Commission (24 members). The Council meets once a year with

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the aim of securing the highest degree of harmony and uniformity in the

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Customs systems of Member Governments

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and especially to study the

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