5. Conference, Reports and Working Papers

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    WCO Illicit Trade Report 2019
    (World Customs Organization, 2020) World Customs Organization
    The World Customs Organization (WCO) Illicit Trade Report 2019 offers a comprehensive analysis of global illicit trade trends based on seizure data and case studies submitted by 137 member customs administrations. The report is divided into six sections: Cultural Heritage; Drugs; Environment; Intellectual Property Rights (IPR), Health and Safety; Revenue; and Security. The report highlights significant trends and patterns in illicit trade, providing essential insights for customs administrations to make informed decisions on securing cross-border trade. For the fourth consecutive year, the WCO partnered with the Center for Advanced Defense Studies (C4ADS) to enhance the report with advanced data visualization and analysis techniques​. The detailed analysis includes notable findings such as the ongoing challenges in combating drug trafficking, the illegal trade in wildlife, and the complexities of enforcing intellectual property rights. Additionally, the report underscores the importance of international cooperation and the effective use of data in tackling these issues
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    WCO Illicit Trade Report 2021
    (World Customs Organization, 2022) World Customs Organization
    This Report emphasizes the essential role of Customs administrations as the “first line of defence” in the fight against cross-border illicit trade and the protection of our citizens and economies against criminal organizations operating internationally. The report reveals significant challenges in accurately tracking cultural heritage crimes, as much of the data is derived from open sources due to incomplete submissions to the CEN. The analysis indicates a very small number of reported cases and a decline in seizures from 2019 to 2021​. In Drug Trafficking, this remains a critical issue, with various strategies and operations highlighted to combat the illicit drug trade. In Environmental Crimes, this section covers illegal activities such as wildlife trafficking and waste trafficking, emphasizing the growing threat to biodiversity and environmental health. In IPR, Health, and Safety, the report underscores the continued prevalence of counterfeit goods, which pose risks to health and safety. In Revenue and Security, These sections address various forms of tax evasion and security threats, including the smuggling of goods that can undermine national economies and security.