Hanoi, April 7 -- Vietnam Customs on April 6 reported that from October 15, 2025 to March 15, 2026, customs forces nationwide detected, seized and handled 8,879 violations, with an estimated total value of more than 8 trillion VND (303.68 million USD).

Of the cases, 83 showed signs of criminal offences, while 8,796 were administrative violations. Customs authorities initiated legal proceedings in 10 cases, transferred 55 others to competent agencies for legal proceedings, and are continuing to investigate 18 cases with criminal indications.

According to the department, smuggling, trade fraud and counterfeit goods remain complicated, with a rising trend along sea routes and land borders, although no major hotspots have emerged.

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