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South Korea Launches K-Brand Scheme to Combat Counterfeit Goods

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What happened

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South Korea launched a new “K-brand” authentication system on October 7. President Lee Jae Myung stated the system will allow consumers to verify if products are authentic by scanning a QR code attached to them. The government announced the measure to respond to increasing damage caused by counterfeit products overseas.

From straitstimes.com

Why it matters

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The initiative is designed to safeguard the growing global popularity of Korean exports, including K-food and K-beauty. By combating counterfeits, the government seeks to protect the market share and integrity of domestic companies.

From straitstimes.com

Who's involved

  • Lee Jae MyungPresident of South Korea who announced the new authentication scheme
  • KoreaThe country implementing the new K-brand authentication system
  • Samyang FoodsA South Korean food company that signed up for the authentication scheme
  • NetflixA company whose content is part of the cultural wave driving exports

Who could feel it

Possible knock-on effects

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  • Samyang FoodsSpeculative

    Samyang Foods might see its market share protected from counterfeits due to the new regulatory action

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