<h1>US Trade Report: 96% of Online Pharmacies Illegal, 19 Countries Cited for Counterfeit Goods, Focus on Asia Retailers.</h1> The US Trade Representative's annual report highlights the risks associated with nearly all of the world's 35,000 online pharmacies, which operate illegally and often sell ineffective or dangerous drugs. The report identifies 19 countries involved in counterfeit or pirated products and names several online retailers, primarily in Asia, for selling counterfeit goods. It notes that 96% of online pharmacies violate laws by operating without licenses and selling drugs without prescriptions. The report also mentions efforts to combat piracy and counterfeiting, citing successful crackdowns in Vietnam, Brazil, and the UK, while noting ongoing challenges with cyberlockers and certain ISPs.