Authorized forces in Hanoi uncovered more than 2,000 cases of smuggling, sale of counterfeit products, and trade fraud in May, according to the city’s Market Watch forces.

They prosecuted 15 people and imposed fines of nearly VND239 billion ($10 million).

Trafficked goods were primarily products with high consumer demand, such as tobacco, functional foods, confectionery, cosmetics, and household appliances.

The production and trade of low-quality or counterfeit garments, textiles, and electronics take place with different tricks and methods being used.

A representative from the Hanoi Market Watch Department, Tran Viet Hung, said authorized agencies in the capital have enhanced supervision and inspections to prevent smuggling, trade fraud, and the illegal transport of products via international airports or along border areas, and to prevent trade fraud and fake products in e-commerce activities.