The Vietnamese government has urged local authorities to combat trade fraud, smuggling and counterfeit goods in provinces bordering Cambodia to boost trade with its neighbor. Vietnam’s Deputy Prime Minister Truong Hoa Binh said on Monday that with its long border with Cambodia, authorities should focus more on the fight against smuggling and trade fraud in bordering areas.
 

He told the online VietnamNews, “Provinces should handle violations with stricter punishment for smugglers and officials found supporting smuggling.” Mr. Binh also heads the country’s national steering committee for anti-smuggling, trade fraud and counterfeited goods.
 

He asked provincial anti-smuggling authorities to cooperate with Cambodian partners, including border guards and authorities, to prevent and uncover smuggling cases, trade fraud and counterfeit goods. A Cambodian customs official said yesterday Cambodia had agreements on combating smuggling and counterfeit products with Vietnam, Thailand and Laos for many years.

 

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