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Private sector urged to join fight against illicit trade in Southeast Asia

Businesses across Southeast Asia should take a more active role in combating illicit trade, which continues to thrive despite enforcement efforts, according to legal...

Filipinos warned vs. smoking illicit ‘tuklaw’ cigarettes

The Philippine Tobacco Institute (PTI) has warned the public against smoking “Tuklaw” or “Thuoc Lao,” which has been found to contain prohibited drugs, as...

PH lost $2b to illicit tobacco trade last year

The Philippines lost an estimated $2 billion to illicit tobacco trade in 2024, with experts warning the problem is worsening due to a lack...

Illicit cigarettes, vapes thrive amid high excise tax rates

High excise taxes in the Philippines are pushing adult consumers to buy cheaper, illegal cigarettes and vapes, causing smoking rates to increase, industry players...
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