The officially recognized World Day on 26 January is:

🌍 International Customs Day

📌 About the Day

¡ Observed on: 26 January

¡ Established by: World Customs Organization (WCO)

¡ First celebrated: 1953

🎯 Purpose

International Customs Day honors customs administrations and officers worldwide for their role in:

¡ Facilitating international trade

¡ Protecting national borders

¡ Preventing smuggling and illegal trafficking

¡ Ensuring economic security and global cooperation

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🌏 Other Notable Observances on 26 January

Although not officially called a “World Day,” the date is also significant globally:

· 🇮🇳 India – Republic Day

· 🇦�� Australia – australia Day

· 🌿 Environmental and Indigenous rights observances (informal, advocacy-based)

✅ In summary

26 january is globally recognized as International Customs Day, celebrating the crucial role of customs services in maintaining lawful, secure, and efficient global trade.


 

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Balasahana Suresh

26/01/2026 12:28 PM