The United Arab Emirates is set to host the World Customs Organization (WCO) Technology Conference and Exhibition 2026. This event, organized by the WCO in collaboration with the Federal Authority for Identity and Citizenship, the Customs Department of the UAE, will take place over three days at the Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Centre from January 28 to 30, 2026.
Participants at the conference and exhibition will include member countries of the WCO, totaling 186 nations, along with representatives from relevant international organizations and institutions. This global event underscores the UAE’s leading role in hosting major events and conferences across various economic, commercial, and tourism sectors.
The primary aim of the WCO Technology Conference and Exhibition 2026 is to explore how global customs can adopt a proactive approach to enhance its mission of supporting global economic growth and improving quality of life. This will be achieved through facilitating trade, boosting border security, and ensuring the resilience of global supply chains by implementing innovative solutions with the support of a diverse range of stakeholders.
Throughout the conference, a wide array of technology-related topics will be discussed, with a particular focus on technological innovations in various modes of transportation. The conference will delve into the capabilities offered by advanced technologies and data analysis systems, examining how these tools can improve customs operations, facilitate trade flows, and support global security frameworks. Alongside the conference, the WCO Technology Exhibition will occur, offering extensive networking opportunities and in-depth information about the latest technological solutions available in the market, while also fostering partnerships and arrangements within the customs arena.
The WCO Technology Conference and Exhibition 2026 will serve as a vital platform, bringing together key partners from customs administrations, border authorities, technology providers, the broader business community, international organizations, development partners, academia, and other stakeholders involved in international trade.