Facilitating the movement of legitimate trade whilst protecting borders, through the sharing of data, mutual cooperation, and intelligence-driven risk management. A modern, well-functioning customs system supports governments to collect revenues and protect borders, while encouraging policy compliance among private sector actors by providing a transparent, efficient and predictable trading environment. Cowater International provides technical assistance to customs administrations through strengthening policy, legislative and governance frameworks, adopting modern risk management practices, simplifying processes and supporting automation.
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- Implementation of IPPC’s ePhyto Solution in Madagascar - This project assisted the Malagasy Plant Protection Organization (Direction de la Protection des Végétaux or DPV) to digitalize the process of issuing phytosanitary certificates and the process of receiving and […]
Expert Deployment Mechanism for Trade & Development (EDM) - EDM was designed to maximize inclusive economic growth in developing countries that have trade and investment agreements with Canada. The project is providing targeted technical assistance to recipient countries through […]
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Canadian-funded EDM facility is supporting Peruvian artisans access high end markets - A new chapter is unfolding for the artisans of Chulucanas, Peru. The Canadian-funded Expert Deployment Mechanism for Trade and Development (EDM), implemented by Cowater International, is supporting greater export opportunities […]
TAF2+ Programme Concludes Technical Support to Timor Leste on Rules of Origin - The Trade and Investment Advocacy Fund (TAF2+), funded by the United Kingdom, organized last week a 4-day capacity-building workshop on the rules of origin provisions under the ASEAN Trade in […]
Women, youth and people with disabilities to benefit from improved cross-border trade across DRC, Mozambique and Zambia - Ottawa, November 25, 2024 –A $9.7 million CAD project entitled Facilitating Inclusive, Resilient and Sustainable Trade (FIRST), funded by Global Affairs Canada, will support policy and institutional improvements to boost […]
