Nepal, Dec. 14 -- Global brands in recent years have shown interest in Nepal's growing market, and now the country is set to become a frontier for the production, promotion, sales and distribution of international goods. This interest has also triggered a troubling practice in a country where local products have begun imitating regional products that in turn mimic renowned international brands.

There are eerily similar products in the markets that are very close to the names of global brands, with near-identical logos and names. Some significant examples include 'Cold Cola' instead of 'Coca Cola', 'Fatan' instead of 'Fanta', and 'Kurmure' as a copy for 'Kurkure'. The brands are chosen for their popularity and easily copied to follow the ...