China Accused of Flooding UK with Counterfeit Royal Mail Stamps
The UK faces a surge in counterfeit Royal Mail stamps from China, sparking economic concerns and diplomatic tensions.
- Investigations reveal major Chinese suppliers producing up to one million counterfeit stamps weekly, sold as low as 4p each.
- Royal Mail and security experts label the forgery as 'economic warfare,' with potential tacit approval by the Chinese Communist Party.
- The influx of fakes has led to a diplomatic row, with calls for the Chinese government to investigate and crackdown on counterfeit operations.
- Counterfeit stamps are being sold through major online platforms like Amazon and eBay, complicating efforts to combat the fraud.
- Royal Mail has introduced barcoded stamps and is working with law enforcement to remove fakes from circulation, but challenges remain.
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