Chinese Apple Smuggling Ring Busted, Former Official Detained in Vietnam
A former local official has been detained in central Vietnam on suspicion of illegally distributing over 28 tons of Chinese-origin apples. Investigations are underway to uncover the smuggling network and identify accomplices, highlighting issues of counterfeit and illicit goods within Vietnam.
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