Global Alliance for Trade Facilitation
Targeted Solutions, Global Impacts
The Global Alliance for Trade Facilitation supports governments in developing and least developed countries in implementing the World Trade Organization’s Trade Facilitation Agreement. Alliance projects cut through red tape and end costly delays at borders by bringing together governments and businesses of all sizes as equal partners to deliver targeted trade reforms.
By emphasizing digitalization and delivering other best practices, Alliance projects enable businesses to trade more easily thanks to streamlined and more predictable processes. Governments save time and resources by modernizing trade procedures while safeguarding their borders. Ultimately, Alliance projects boost trade competitiveness and business conditions, which are key drivers of inclusive economic growth and poverty reduction.
The Alliance is led by the Center for International Private Enterprise, the International Chamber of Commerce, and the World Economic Forum, in cooperation with Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ). It is funded by the governments of the United States, Canada and Germany.
CIPE is currently leading Alliance programs in 6 countries including Colombia, Ecuador, Guatemala, Malawi, and Zambia, and supporting the implementation of a regional project involving 11 Latin American countries. It has also successfully completed three initiatives in Brazil and Colombia.
Our Impact
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Colombia |
Colombia |
| Risk management and digitalization are key to speedier trade and enhanced consumer safety. | Transforming risk management to move essential goods efficiently. | Center of Excellence boosting competitiveness in Colombian automotive sector. |
Ongoing Projects
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