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The World Customs Organization (WCO) is the intergovernmental organization for Customs matters. Its membership is made up of national Customs administrations from around the world.
In 2005, the WCO adopted the so-called “SAFE Framework of Standards to secure and facilitate international trade”, commonly referred to as “SAFE”. The stated purpose of SAFE is to set forth principles and standards that Member Customs administrations of the WCO are encouraged to use in developing their cargo and supply chain security policies and programs, including voluntary Customs-business partnership programs intended to enhance the security of international supply chains while facilitating legitimate trade (“Authorized Economic Operator” or AEO programs). SAFE was most recently amended in 2011.
The World Shipping Council participated actively in the development of the SAFE Framework of Standards, and has since 2006 been a member of the WCO’s Private Sector Consultative Group (PSCG). The PSCG, which is made up of 30 company and trade association representatives, advises the WCO on the progress and issues relating to implementation of the SAFE Framework of Standards. Learn more about the PSCG.
