PTI urges action vs. illegal cigarettes in Mindanao

Inquirer.net - Oct 27, 2026

MANILA, Philippines — The Philippine Tobacco Institute (PTI) called for stronger enforcement against illicit cigarettes, particularly in Mindanao, despite a decline in the share of collected packs classified as illicit in its latest commissioned study. The industry association, which represents tobacco manufacturers and growers, said the findings showed uneven progress against the illegal trade. READ: Illegal

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