Bureau of Internal Revenue (BIR) Commissioner Romeo D. Lumagui Jr. said there is no room for illegal vape and cigarettes in the country.
With a nationwide crackdown underway, Lumagui said the BIR is actively pursuing all individuals involved in the illicit sale of these products.
President Marcos Jr. earlier directed the Bureau of Customs and the BIR to strengthen their anti-smuggling measures targeting illegal tobacco and vape products.
READ: https://mb.com.ph/2024/5/15/bir-confiscates-untaxed-cigarettes-in-palawan
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With a nationwide crackdown underway, Lumagui said the BIR is actively pursuing all individuals involved in the illicit sale of these products.
President Marcos Jr. earlier directed the Bureau of Customs and the BIR to strengthen their anti-smuggling measures targeting illegal tobacco and vape products.
READ: https://mb.com.ph/2024/5/15/bir-confiscates-untaxed-cigarettes-in-palawan
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00:00 Last May 1, 2024, the government raided illegal cigarette traders in Brooks Point, Palawan,
00:06 confiscating over 227,000 packs of illegal cigarettes worth over P150 million in unpaid
00:14 taxes.
00:15 This is a big win against illegal cigarette trading.
00:19 And we're not stopping there.
00:20 The BIR is intensifying its efforts nationwide with the full force of various government
00:26 agencies behind us.
00:28 Our president wants everyone working together to fight illegal activities.
00:33 So to those engaged in illicit trades, the government will find you and you will be held
00:37 accountable for your actions.
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