A regional training seminar titled “Digital Transformation in Customs: Data Integration, Risk Management Systems, Data Analysis and the Use of Artificial Intelligence in Automation” was held on September 10–11 in a hybrid format at the Regional Training Centre of the World Customs Organization (WCO) in Turkmenistan. The State Customs Service of Turkmenistan reported this.
The event was attended by specialists from the central office of the State Customs Service of Turkmenistan, the Regional Training Centre, as well as customs offices of Ashgabat city and Ahal velayat. The seminar also brought together Haji Hajiyev, representative of the WCO Europe Regional Office for Capacity Building, Yusif Usubov, expert of the State Customs Committee of the Republic of Azerbaijan, WCO Secretariat representatives Dimitris Politopoulos and Dr. Tong Hua, as well as representatives of WCO regional training centres in Europe.
During the training seminar, participants discussed current trends in digital transformation, the implementation of the “Smart Customs” concept, and best practices in data analysis, risk management and automation.
International experts shared their experience in applying machine learning algorithms and artificial intelligence models for analytical data processing and automated risk identification. Turkmen specialists also presented national experience in introducing digital systems and artificial intelligence-based solutions into customs procedures, as well as the results achieved in this area.
During the final round table, participants discussed the development of regional cooperation, enhancing specialists’ capabilities and implementing joint initiatives. The participants also visited the Control and Analytical Centre of the State Customs Service of Turkmenistan to familiarize themselves with its activities.
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