About the Conference

Title:	2005 WCO IT Conference & Exhibition
Subtitle:	ICT for Customs - Bridging the gap?
Date:	27 to 29 April 2005
Location:	Istanbul, Turkey
Venue:	Bosphorus Swissôtel
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Conference objectives:	To emphasize the role of information and communication technology (ICT) in bridging the gap between security and facilitation, modernization and traditionalism, transparency and opacity and developed and developing countries To discuss the role of WCO standards in narrowing these divides To provide the premier platform for networking and debate for High Level Customs Officials, businesses leaders and lending institutions To provide a platform for cross-sector co-operation to explore the many “digital opportunities” provided by the latest technologies To provide an opportunity for industry and Customs experts to discuss practical steps for the implementation and application of IT best practices To encourage Public/Private partnerships
Delegates:	Approximately 250
Relevant to:	This Conference will be of particular interest to high-level Customs officials, business executives and representatives from governmental and non-governmental organizations and lending institutions involved in international trade and economic development

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