Edward Kieswetter, SARS Commissioner, has secured a second term as Chairperson of the World Customs Organization (WCO) Council. His re-election, which took place during the WCO's 137th/138th sessions in Brussels, underscores South Africa's significant impact in global customs leadership. Kieswetter will continue shaping international customs policies and standards, having focused on modernization and trade facilitation during his first term.
Barbados faces the dual challenge of bracing for Hurricane Beryl while hosting the T20 Men's World Cup. Prime Minister Mia Amor Mottley urges residents to prepare as the storm is set to intensify. Shelters and essential supplies are in place as the island aims to tackle both the hurricane and the ongoing cricket tournament effectively.
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