From July 1 to 14, 2025, a delegation of four specialists from the State Customs Service of Turkmenistan took part in a specialized training course on Customs Risk Management for Central Asian Countries, held at the Shanghai Customs College with the support of the General Administration of Customs of the People’s Republic of China.
Throughout the course, participants explored cutting-edge approaches to risk analysis and mitigation in customs operations and deepened their knowledge in key areas, including the role of digital and intelligent technologies in customs inspection, the development of the “Smart Customs” concept and Single Window systems, practical functioning of the Authorized Economic Operator scheme, application of big data and analytics for effective risk assessment.
The practical segment of the program included visits to key infrastructure sites such as intelligent border checkpoints, an automated cargo terminal, the Asia-Pacific Market, the Economic Zone, and other modern logistics and industrial facilities.
A special focus was given to regional exchange of experience. The representative of Turkmenistan delivered a presentation on the national risk management system, highlighting recent digital reforms and innovations. The presentation generated interest among peers and fostered new professional contacts.
This program became an important milestone in enhancing the professional skills of Turkmen customs officers, strengthening international cooperation, and adopting global best practices into the national customs system.
