The history of the WCO began in 1947 when the thirteen European Governments represented in the Committee for European Economic Co-operation agreed to set up a Study Group. This Group examined the possibility of establishing one or more inter-European Customs Unions based on the principles of the General Agreement on Tariffs and Trade (GATT).
In 1948, the Study Group set up two committees - an Economic Committee and a Customs Committee. The Economic Committee was the predecessor of the Organization for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD), the Customs Committee became the Customs Co-operation Council (CCC).
In 1952, the Convention formally establishing the CCC came into force. The Council is the governing body of the CCC, and the inaugural Session of the Council was held in Brussels on 26 January 1953.
Representatives of seventeen European countries attended the first Council Session of the CCC.
After years of membership growth, in 1994 the Council adopted the working name World Customs Organization, to more clearly reflect its transition to a truly global intergovernmental institution. It is now the voice of 180 Customs administrations which operate on all continents and represent all stages of economic development.
Today, WCO Members are responsible for processing more than 98% of all international trade.
Since 2004 the communication agency Page in extremis is an official provider of the WCO. The agency provides Annual Reports, Publication, digital publications, the WCO magazine, Powerpoint presentations and videos.
Page in extremis turns brands into valuable assets and ensures the alignment with their strategic objectives.
The communication agency proposes 4 integrated communication services:
1) The definition of a “brand strategy” aligned with the development strategy of your organisation.
2) The creation or refreshment of your visual identity supported by easy to use guidelines.
3) The improvement of your “Communication Programme” by incorporating integrated communication campaigns, memorable events, astounding publications and innovative digital solutions.
4) The creative development and production of innovative communication tools.
Interested in partnering with Page in extremis?
Based in Brussels, the communication agency makes associations brands conversational, helps organisations engage with their stakeholders and convey their messages.
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