Yes, Nike shoes manufactured in Vietnam can be authentic. While the majority of real Nike shoes are produced in countries like China and Vietnam, including other Asian countries [1], there have been instances of counterfeit Nike shoes originating from Vietnam.
An example of this is a significant operation conducted by Vietnamese authorities in 2024 against counterfeit Nike and Adidas footwear. During this operation, 25 truckloads of shoe parts used for creating fake products were seized. These confiscated materials consisted of both fake materials and defective shoe parts salvaged from Nike and Adidas factories near Ho Chi Minh City [2].
Nike proactively worked with Vietnamese law enforcement in this case, leading to the investigation and shutdown of two illegal assembly shops in Ho Chi Minh City. These shops were sourcing shoe parts from scavengers collecting discarded materials from legitimate factories. The illicit workshops were producing approximately 40 pairs of fake shoes daily, which were then sold at lower prices compared to genuine Nike products [2].
Although there are counterfeit versions of Nike shoes circulating in Vietnam, Nike had not taken significant action until this particular operation. Chris Helzer, a spokesperson for Nike, expressed satisfaction with the response and collaboration of Vietnamese authorities in this case [2].
Consumers should exercise caution when purchasing Nike footwear, especially if the products are being sold at substantially lower prices or through unauthorized channels. To ensure the authenticity of Nike shoes, it is advisable to buy them from authorized retailers or the official Nike website.
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