From 20 to 23 July 2026, Astana is hosting the international seminar “Strategic Trade Control Enforcement (STCE)”, organized by the World Customs Organization (WCO) with the support of the U.S. Department of State’s Export Control and Border Security (EXBS) Program.
The seminar brings together officials from the territorial divisions of the State Revenue Committee of the Ministry of Finance of the Republic of Kazakhstan, as well as representatives of the Customs Committee of the Republic of Uzbekistan.
The seminar is led by Adam Vas, representing the World Customs Organization, and Gunay Yunusova-Hamidzada, representing the Customs Service of the Republic of Azerbaijan.
As part of the event, Kairat Jumagulov, Deputy Chairman of the State Revenue Committee, met with Christopher Tafe, Manager of the Export Control and Border Security (EXBS) Program.
During the meeting, the parties discussed prospects for cooperation in the field of export control, the further development of electronic cargo data exchange under the FECDEP program, and the implementation of modern technologies in customs administration.
The seminar program is aimed at enhancing the professional capacity of customs officials. Participants are studying modern risk assessment methodologies, the identification of dual-use goods, the application of non-tariff regulatory measures, and international best practices in strategic trade control.
The seminar demonstrates Kazakhstan’s commitment to strengthening an effective export control system and expanding international cooperation. The knowledge and practical experience gained during the event will contribute to the further improvement of customs administration and enhance the effectiveness of controls over the movement of strategic goods.