
NTA urges stronger measures vs illicit tobacco trade
The National Tobacco Administration (NTA) has expressed its support for a unified approach and stronger regulatory measures to address the growing issue of…
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The National Tobacco Administration (NTA) has expressed its support for a unified approach and stronger regulatory measures to address the growing issue of…
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SANTIAGO, Ilocos Sur — Declining excise tax collection from the tobacco industry is not solely attributed to widespread smuggling and illicit trade, but also…
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‘I am excited to be back in the Philippines to lead a very dynamic market where JTI is now the country’s fastest-growing tobacco company in terms of share of…
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US authorities arrested 538 migrants and deported hundreds in a mass operation just days into President Donald Trump's second administration, his press…
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Law passes upper chamber in a comfortable 64-35 vote
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The scale and spread of illicit tobacco and vape products across the Philippines have surpassed what law enforcement can handle, the Philippine Tobacco…
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Makati Mayor and senatorial candidate Abby Binay called on the government to take stronger action against rice cartels and smuggling, urging that those…
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As President Donald Trump returns to the White House, he has reiterated his commitment to a sweeping immigration crackdown aimed at reducing the number of…
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A buy-bust operation in North Caloocan on Wednesday, 15 January, led to the arrest of a ready-to-wear (RTW) business owner and his two nephews.
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Mapping technology to verify distance of cigarette and vape stores from schools and playgrounds
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A public health advocacy group on Monday urged lawmakers to implement tobacco tax on vapes and heated tobacco products.
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A senator on Friday sounded an alarm over the widespread smuggling and illicit trade of excisable products, including cigarettes and vapes, which is not only…
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The Bureau of Customs (BOC) has seized a total of P84.36 billion worth of smuggled goods as of 30 November, 2024, according to a report released by the…
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Philippine Ports Authority general manager Atty. Jay Daniel Santiago vehemently denied allegations that the arrested ‘fixers’ at Batangas Port last 23 December…
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India is home to more than 220 million child brides, according to the United Nations
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The House quad committee wants authorities to initiate a deeper investigation into the supposed link between Davao Rep. Paolo Duterte and alleged cohorts in…
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House lawmakers have filed a bill seeking to penalize troll farms, as well as politicians found engaging in disseminating false information against political…
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Land Transportation Office (LTO) chief Assistant Secretary Atty. Vigor D. Mendoza II on Sunday ordered a crackdown on truck violations, especially during…
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