The Passing Out Ceremony of Sepoys Already in Service, conducted by Pakistan Customs Enforcement, Karachi, was held at Rangers Training School, Karachi. A total of 190 Sepoys successfully completed the rigorous 6-week training program. 1/3
PSW continues to advance Pakistan’s digital trade transformation through international collaboration and innovative technology driven reforms.
During the @WCO_OMD 27𝘁𝗵 𝗥𝗲𝗴𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹 𝗛𝗲𝗮𝗱𝘀 𝗼𝗳 𝗖𝘂𝘀𝘁𝗼𝗺𝘀 𝗖𝗼𝗻𝗳𝗲𝗿𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗲 held in Hong Kong, Pakistan signed an MoU to join the pilot run of the 𝗯𝗹𝗼𝗰𝗸𝗰𝗵𝗮𝗶𝗻-𝗯𝗮𝘀𝗲𝗱 𝗩𝗮𝗹𝗶𝗱𝗔𝗣 𝗽𝗿𝗼𝗷𝗲𝗰𝘁, hosted by Hong Kong China Customs. With this milestone, Pakistan became the first country among 35 𝗪𝗖𝗢 𝗔𝘀𝗶𝗮 𝗣𝗮𝗰𝗶𝗳𝗶𝗰 𝗺𝗲𝗺𝗯𝗲𝗿𝘀 to volunteer for the implementation of this innovative initiative. The MOU was signed by PSW's Chief Domain Officer, @naveedabbasmem1 , on behalf of Pakistan Customs and the Member Customs (Operations), Mr. Syed Shakeel Shah.
The ValidAP project will enable cross-border validation of regulatory compliance certificates, strengthen trust in trade documentation, and support faster verification of export-related documents. Through initiatives like this, PSW is helping position Pakistan as a forward-looking trade economy by improving regulatory connectivity, reducing documentation barriers, and enhancing export competitiveness, while reinforcing its role as a key enabler of a modern, connected, and internationally aligned trade ecosystem that supports Pakistan’s economic growth and global trade integration.
#PSW congratulates #PakistanCustoms and @FBRSpokesperson on being elected to the @WCO_OMD Policy Commission (2026–2028). This outcome reflects sustained diplomatic engagement led by @asadrizvi, Pakistan’s Permanent Representative to WCO Brussels ably supported on the ground by the PSW team led by @naveedabbasmem1 and Salman Chaudry having the dual honor of representing both @Pak_Customs and PSW. Congrats once again to FBR and Customs colleagues !
Pakistan has successfully won the election, and secured nomination to the WCO Policy Commission for 2026–2028 during the WCO Regional Head of Customs Meeting in Hong Kong.
This marks Pakistan Customs’ first ever representation on the Policy Commission in nearly 70 years of WCO membership since 1955.
The successful outcome reflects sustained diplomatic engagement by the Mission, Amb @rahimhayat and Pakistan Customs’ Permanent Mission to the WCO under Syed Asad Raza Rizvi @asadrizvi.
#Pakistan #WCO #PakistanCustoms #TradeFacilitation #PSW
@ForeignOfficePk@MoIB_Official@FBRSpokesperson@pakcustomsatwco
Customs Enforcement Karachi Inflicts Major Blow to Smuggling Networks: Rs. 1.8 Billion Worth of Contraband Seized in March 2026. The Collectorate conducted 77 successful anti-smuggling operations — nearly four times the average monthly performance. (1/3)
3/3 Special thanks are extended to Mr.Syed Asad Raza Rizvi, Pakistan's Permanent Representative to WCO and Ms. Haleema Qasim, Secretary, International Customs for their invaluable contributions and leadership.
@WCO_OMD@FBRSpokesperson
2/3 CECPAK Phase III achievements:
* 10 training activities
* 92 officers trained
* Enhanced expertise in seizures, evidence collection & investigations A significant step toward alignment with international best practices.
1/3 A great achievement for Pakistan Customs as WCO Secretary General Mr. Ian Saunders issues a letter of appreciation, acknowledging its strong support to the COPES Programme and CECPAK Project. Phase III trained future leaders in enforcement, investigations & field operations.
𝙄𝙣𝙫𝙞𝙩𝙖𝙩𝙞𝙤𝙣
Pakistani Community in Belgium 🇧🇪 and Luxembourg 🇱🇺
You are cordially invited to join us for the Flag Hoisting Ceremony & Eid Open House on the auspicious occasion of Pakistan National Day (23rd March).
📅 Date: Monday, 23 March 2026
🕥 Time: 10:30 AM
📍 Venue: Embassy of Pakistan, Brussels
Let us celebrate Pakistan Day with unity, pride, and the festive spirit of Eid-ul-Fitr.
We look forward to welcoming you.
#PakistanNationalDay2026
@rahimhayat@ForeignOfficePk@PkPublicDiplo
Pakistan Customs Mission at the WCO @PakcustomsatWCO , together with fellow Customs representatives, hosted an Iftar dinner. The gathering brought together a large number of Customs Attachés and senior Secretariat officials reflecting the spirit of collaboration, mutual respect, and international customs cooperation.
#EconomicDiplomacy #CustomsCooperation
@rahimhayat@asadrizvi@Pak_Customs@ForeignOfficePk@FBRSpokesperson
@riaz_sayyad@Pak_Customs Just to inform everyone that this is a fake ID and illegally using my photo.
A complaint was already ext registered in September 2023 with FIA Cybercrime which is still pending. I may request everyone not to respond or give money nor fall for fake non-customs goods. Thanks.
We thank the 🇪🇺 for its expression of solidarity with the people of 🇵🇰 during this difficult time. The condolences extended to the victims and their families are deeply valued.
@eu_eeas@EUPakistan@ForeignOfficePk@MoIB_Official
Embassy @PakinBrussels observed Youm-e-Istehsal, reaffirming solidarity with Kashmiris’ right to self-determination. Messages of the President, PM & DPM/FM were read out. The Ambassador @rahimhayat in his remarks condemned India’s illegal actions in IIOJK since 5 Aug 2019.
#YoumEIstehsal #IIOJK #Kashmir
@PkPublicDiplo@ForeignOfficePk@PTVNewsOfficial@RadioPakistan
@Pak_Customs CECPAK project, supported by @WCO_OMD#COPES programme & @StateINL, is transforming frontline enforcement by enhancing evidence handling, case building & asset management.
WCO has spotlighted this success:
@FBRSpokesperson@PakinBrussels
https://t.co/F4ioIvzcnp