05/01/2026
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05/01/2026
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KUWAIT CITY, Jan 5: The Ministry of Commerce and Industry (MoCI) closed a shop in the Capital Governorate after it was caught selling counterfeit watches, women’s handbags, and accessories bearing international brand names, in clear violation of consumer protection and intellectual property laws. In a press release, Faisal Al-Ansari, Director of the Commercial Control Department in the ministry, explained that legal measures were taken immediately, including the shop’s closure and filing of a report, before referring the case to the Commercial Prosecution for further action.
A total of 148 counterfeit items were seized, including watches, accessories, and women’s products, all sold without the required legal licenses. He emphasized that the ministry is continuing its intensive inspection campaigns in all governorates of Kuwait, with teams working daily to detect violations, apprehend offenders, and combat the sale of counterfeit goods.
Al-Ansari stressed that the Ministry of Commerce and Industry will not tolerate any actions that infringe on consumer rights or harm the reputation of local markets, stressing that selling counterfeit products is a serious offense subject to legal accountability. He noted that these campaigns reflect the ministry’s commitment to combating commercial fraud, protecting consumers, ensuring businesses comply with regulations and laws, and safeguarding the rights of original trademark owners.
By Marwa Al-Bahrawi Al-Seyassah/Arab Times Staff
