The WTO TFA entered into force on February 22, 2017, and is designed to enhance the processes and procedures for cross-border trade through expediting the movement, release and clearance of goods, including goods in transit. For further details on the provisions of the agreement, visit: https://www.tfafacility.org/trade-facilitation-agreement-facility
Section I of the Agreement contains 12 Articles (or 36 technical measures) on the procedures and requirements to expedite the movement, release and clearance of goods, including goods in transit. In addition, Section III of the Agreement includes Article 23.2, which requires all WTO Members to establish a national trade facilitation committee (NTFC). These add to a total of 13 articles or 37 measures that are evaluated by this tool.
