Tag: tobacco excise tax
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Illicit Cigarette Trade Fuels Smoking Surge and Revenue Decline in the Philippines
In a recent crackdown, authorities in Leon B. Postigo, Zamboanga del Norte, seized smuggled cigarettes valued at PHP7.79 million on January 14, 2025. This seizure underscores a broader issue highlighted by the Senate Committee on Ways and Means, which has identified illicit trade as a significant contributor to the increased smoking rates and diminished tax…
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Laoag City Boosts Tobacco Farming with Extensive Support
In a move to enhance agricultural productivity, Laoag City is actively promoting the cultivation of Virginia tobacco among its farmers. The city government is providing essential farming equipment such as water pumps, irrigation hoses, shedder machines, and hand tractors, along with fuel subsidies to mitigate the effects of rising oil prices. This initiative aims to…
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