Taking decisive action to combat counterfeit and fake goods in the market.

The recent uncovering of numerous cases of counterfeit goods, including milk, food, and cosmetics, has left consumers alarmed by the rampant problem of fake and imitation products on the market. Determined to combat counterfeit and imitation goods, authorities in the province are intensifying measures and launching a high-intensity campaign across multiple fronts, contributing to a cleaner business environment and preventing tax revenue losses for the State.

Việt Nam•17/06/2025

TAKE STRICT ACTION AGAINST COUNTERFEIT AND FAKE GOODS

According to the report of the Provincial Steering Committee for Combating Smuggling, Commercial Fraud, and Counterfeit Goods (abbreviated as BCĐ 389), in recent times, functional agencies have intensified propaganda and dissemination of laws, while also strengthening inspection and kiểm tra to prevent violations and restore order and discipline in production and business activities in the area. However, the situation of crimes and violations of laws regarding the production and sale of counterfeit goods, goods infringing intellectual property rights, violations of product labeling, trading of expired goods, goods of unknown origin, trading of smuggled goods, and goods without invoices or documents still persists.

A joint inter-agency inspection team from the province inspects functional food products at a business establishment in Bac Lieu City. Photo: TQ

In the first six months of the year, functional agencies inspected, controlled, detected, and handled more than 150 cases, with a total fine of over 1 billion VND collected for the state budget. Simultaneously, 2 cases involving 5 individuals were transferred to the Police Investigation Agency for prosecution. Specifically, the Provincial Police force investigated 36 cases involving 41 individuals for the production and sale of counterfeit goods and the trading of smuggled goods. Seized items included over 37,000 kg of shrimp feed, 1,000 pharmaceutical products, functional foods, and cosmetics, with a total value exceeding 1 billion VND. Market Management forces inspected 78 cases related to the trading of counterfeit goods, cosmetics of unknown origin, and prohibited goods, uncovering 50 violations. The Inspectorate of the Department of Agriculture and Environment inspected 148 establishments trading in agricultural and aquatic supplies. In the agricultural, forestry, and fisheries business and animal slaughtering, 44 violations were detected…

MAXIMUM PROTECTION OF CONSUMER RIGHTS

Counterfeit goods are rampant, infiltrating everything from traditional markets to e-commerce platforms, causing not only consumer confusion but also anxiety among businesses and distributors who fear damage to their reputation if they happen to sell fake products.

Ms. Trang Tuyet Thao, owner of Tuyet Thao Pharmacy (Ward 3, Bac Lieu City), shared: “Recently, counterfeit medicines and dietary supplements have been continuously cracked down on on a large scale, affecting the business of my pharmacy. To protect consumers' health, I only import medicines from reputable companies. For imported goods, I only prioritize importing from companies with product declaration certificates, and especially avoid importing goods of unknown origin.”

Forecasts indicate that drug trafficking, smuggling, and counterfeit goods will continue to occur with new and more sophisticated methods and tactics, posing difficulties for law enforcement agencies. Therefore, in the coming period, the Provincial Steering Committee 389 will continue to implement solutions to combat drug trafficking, smuggling, and counterfeit goods in accordance with the evolving situation in the province. Accordingly, the focus will be on effectively combating and preventing illegal drug trafficking, smuggling, production and trading of counterfeit goods, and the illegal transportation of gold, foreign currency, and counterfeit goods. Identifying prominent issues and emerging areas of violations will be crucial for effective prevention and handling.

Simultaneously, it is necessary to improve the professional skills, expertise, and ethics of officials and civil servants, especially to prevent them from aiding, abetting, protecting, or covering up activities related to violence, human trafficking, and human trafficking. Coordination with media agencies, mass media, and the press is crucial to intensify propaganda efforts through various forms, contributing to the effectiveness of the fight against violence, human trafficking, and human trafficking.

The problem of counterfeit goods is becoming increasingly complex, causing many negative consequences for the economy , affecting the competitiveness of businesses and the rights of consumers... To combat counterfeit goods, in addition to the efforts of relevant authorities and the awareness of manufacturing businesses, it also requires the awareness and vigilance of consumers.

MINH LUAN

Source: https://www.baobaclieu.vn/kinh-te/quyet-liet-day-lui-hang-gia-hang-nhai-บน-thi-truong-101250.html