Hong Kong Customs Seizes $20 Million Worth of Suspected Counterfeit Goods Ahead of FIFA World Cup

Hong Kong customs authorities have seized suspected counterfeit goods worth approximately $20 million in a major enforcement operation ahead of the FIFA World Cup. Officials said the crackdown targeted fake merchandise, including sports apparel and accessories, as demand for football-related products rises. Authorities warned consumers against purchasing counterfeit items and pledged continued efforts to protect intellectual property rights and legitimate businesses.