The 26th of January is International Customs Day every year. In 1953, the Customs Cooperation Council (CCC), which is now called the World Customs Organization (WCO), set this date as a tribute to the hard work of customs workers.

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The choice was made at a meeting that started in Brussels, Belgium, and had people from 17 European countries there. Since it changed its name in 1994, the WCO has grown to have 182 member states that all agree to work together on immigration issues.

International Customs Day is held every year on January 26. This day is meant to recognize and appreciate the important work that customs organizations do around the world.

Today shows how important their job is in making sure that goods can easily cross foreign borders while also being safe and following all the rules. As International Customs Day 2024 gets closer, it’s important to know what this day means and what important jobs customs agents do.

Why International Customs Day is Important in India

The Central Board of Excise and Customs in India is in charge of customs taxes and making it easier for people to trade with other countries.

People in India and around the world celebrate International Customs Day to show appreciation for the leadership, direction, and help given to customs agencies.

Today is their day to be recognized for all the hard work and commitment they put into making sure that goods can be moved across borders safely and easily.

What International Customs Day 2024 Will Be About

The theme for this year, “Customs Engaging Traditional and New Partners with Purpose,” shows how customs work is changing and how important it is to work together with different groups.

The theme shows how important it is for customs offices to be able to deal with new problems and technologies while still working closely with old friends.