Philippines National Tobacco Agency Supports Tobacco Inclusion in Anti-Smuggling Act

Mar.28.2023

Philippines National Tobacco Agency Supports Tobacco Inclusion in Anti-Smuggling Act

The Philippines Tobacco Authority supports adding tobacco to the Anti-Smuggling Act of 2016 to combat illegal tobacco trade.

According to reports, the National Tobacco Authority (NTA) of the Philippines has expressed support for including tobacco in the Anti-Agricultural Smuggling Act of 2016.

The Philippine Congress has two proposals - House Bill 3917 and Senate Bill 1812. Both bills aim to amend sections 3 and 4 of the Anti-Agricultural Smuggling Law, outlining the crops covered by the law and the penalties for smuggling.

The National Tobacco Administration (NTA) has expressed its support for proposed measures aimed at curbing tobacco and agricultural smuggling in the Philippines. The NTA stated that it stands together with supporters of these measures, as they will provide solutions to these pressing issues.

The proposed measures against illegal tobacco smuggling aim to protect the local tobacco industry and maintain government revenue. According to the National Tobacco Administration (NTA), tobacco is a high-value crop that contributes taxes for education, healthcare, and infrastructure.

According to the National Tobacco Association, the tobacco industry is one of the strongest pillars of the country's economy and a vital lifeline for the northern region, providing livelihoods for at least two million people, including 600,000 tobacco farmers and their families.

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The Philippine industry group has suggested that tobacco products be added to the country's anti-smuggling act.

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