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Japan Launches Campaign to Combat Increased Counterfeit Imports

Japan’s Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry is launching an anti-counterfeiting campaign to combat an increased number of counterfeit imports, particularly through goods bought online, the agency said in a Nov. 25 press release. The agency is encouraging both buyers…

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and sellers to research their products before importing or exporting. The campaign is a collaboration with Japan’s Intellectual Property Policy Headquarters and its Ministry of Justice, Ministry of Foreign Affairs, customs agency and others, including the National Police Agency. “Always do research and use your Good Judgment!!” kicks off Dec. 2.