Cambodia destroyed 750 tonnes of counterfeit branded products and related materials on Wednesday in Kandal province, in a major law enforcement action to protect public health, intellectual property rights and the country’s business environment.
Koeut Rith, Deputy Prime Minister and Justice Minister and Sar Sokha, Deputy Prime Minister and Interior Minister co-chaired the destruction ceremony today.
The event was attended by senior officials from relevant ministries and institutions, Kandal provincial authorities, court representatives, law enforcement officials, representatives of diplomatic missions and international law enforcement agencies.
The counterfeit goods and related materials were destroyed in accordance with court rulings after being identified as illegal products that could pose risks to public health, infringe intellectual property rights, and undermine Cambodia’s investment climate.
The destruction demonstrates the government’s commitment to enforce measures to combat counterfeit and illegal products, to protect intellectual property rights and consumer interests while promoting fair competition in the marketplace.
It also seeks to safeguard public health and safety and contribute to building a business and investment environment that is based on confidence, transparency and fairness.
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