# Illegal textbook and book printing in Vietnam > Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/illegal-textbook-and-book-printing-in-vietnam > Updated: 2026-09-25T01:45:59.000Z. Sources: 17. Developments: 2. Authorities in Vietnam have conducted separate operations targeting the illegal printing and distribution of unauthorized books. In Ninh Binh province, police identified a social media-based operation where a Facebook account advertised the printing of grade 1 through 12 textbooks from the ‘Ket noi tri thuc’ series. An inspection of a photocopy business in Gia Vien revealed textbooks printed on A4 paper using the Vietnam Education Publishing House name without legal documentation. Officials are currently compiling documentation to process the case. In Ho Chi Minh City, police prosecuted and detained three individuals for violating publishing regulations after discovering the illegal production of 21,000 books. Investigators determined the scheme involved the unauthorized use of digital files to facilitate the production and distribution of 10 different book titles. The suspects face charges under Article 344 of the Penal Code for “Violating regulations on publishing activities,” which can carry prison sentences of 2 to 5 years. ## Timeline ### 2026-09-25: Ho Chi Minh City police detain three for illegal printing of 21,000 books Ho Chi Minh City police have detained three people for the illegal printing and distribution of 21,000 unauthorized books, violating national publishing regulations. 16 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/rng-vit-and-vtg-securities-fined-for-market-violations ### 2026-09-20: Ninh Binh authorities seize illegally printed textbooks Police in Ninh Binh, Vietnam, have seized illegally printed textbooks at a photocopy shop in Gia Vien after discovering social media advertisements for unauthorized grade 1-12 educational materials. 8 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/ninh-binh-authorities-seize-illegally-printed-textbooks --- Cite as: Illegal textbook and book printing in Vietnam. CLSTR, https://clstr.news/situations/illegal-textbook-and-book-printing-in-vietnam