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The Bureau of Customs (BOC) – Port of Davao worked alongside the Philippine National Police – Bangsamoro Autonomous Region (PNP-BARMM) in the recovery of 2,483 master cases of illicit cigarettes with an estimated value of P106,232,672 at Sitio Lanzones, Barangay Gumagadong Calawag, Parang, Maguindanao del Norte. The operation was initiated following information received by the […]
Cebu Governor Pam Baricuatro commended the coordinated efforts of police and partner government agencies that led to the seizure of an estimated ₱20 million worth of illicit cigarettes in Barangay Poblacion, Santander, Cebu, and directed law enforcement to pursue the remaining individual involved and sustain intensified operations against all forms of smuggling in the province. […]
In line with the directive of President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. to strengthen border security and protect government revenue, and under the strict order of Commissioner Ariel Nepomuceno, the Bureau of Customs (BOC), through its Customs Intelligence and Investigation Service (CIIS) and Enforcement and Security Service (ESS), has intensified its crackdown on illicit trade, leading to […]
The Solid North Party-list on Tuesday lauded the recent seizure of around P2.5 billion worth of illicit cigarettes in Batangas and Malabon, saying this would contribute to protecting the livelihood of tobacco farmers that predominantly hail from the north. “Nagpapasalamat tayo sa kapulisan sa pamumuno ni acting chief Gen. Jose Melencio Nartatez, Jr., sa Highway […]
Advancing President Ferdinand Marcos Jr.’s call for enhanced enforcement against smuggling, the Bureau of Customs (BOC) inspected a warehouse in Plaridel, Bulacan, leading to the discovery of approximately P605.29 million worth of illicit cigarettes with markings indicating China and Vietnam.The inspection was conducted by virtue of a Letter of Authority, following intelligence reports of suspicious […]
Senator Win Gatchalian sounded the alarm over the widespread smuggling and illicit trade of excisable products, including cigarettes and vapes, saying such activities erode revenue collection, pose health concerns, and create peace and order issues. “My worry is a reversal in smoking prevalence trends. We previously had a win-win situation where smoking prevalence was decreasing […]
Senator Pia Cayetano called it a victory for the future generation as she commended the Supreme Court (SC) ruling that upheld the validity of the implementing rules and regulations of Republic Act 9711 or the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) Act of 2009 and recognized the continued regulatory authority of the Department of Health (DOH) […]
The bicameral (bicam) conference committee approved the proposed measure seeking to increase taxes on alcoholic drinks, heated tobacco products, and vapor cigarettes. In an interview after the bicam meeting, Senator Pia Cayetano and Albay Rep. Joey Salceda said the reconciled version of Senate Bill No. 1074 and House Bill No. 1026 is expected to give […]
Senator Pia Cayetano has welcomed President Rodrigo Duterte’s certification of the Senate’s version of the sin tax bill as urgent. “I have always known that the President and I are aligned when it comes to regulating cigarettes, e-cigarettes, and alcohol products. But this certification is much appreciated because it sends a message to all the […]
Senator Win Gatchalian said a law may be needed to further regulate the sale of e-cigarettes, vapes, and other electronic nicotine and non-nicotine delivery systems in the Philippines. Gatchalian issued the statement after the CEO of Juul Labs stepped down amid growing concern in the United States over the safety of the e-cigarette company’s products. […]