BOC seizes over P1.17-B suspected smuggled cigarettes in Cebu port

In a major operation, the Bureau of Customs (BOC), National Bureau of Investigation (NBI), and Bureau of Internal Revenue (BIR) uncovered and seized over P1.7 billion worth of suspected smuggled cigarettes hidden in 24 containers at Cebu port. This significant bust followed intelligence from the NBI, highlighting a serious crackdown on smuggling activities. The seizure not only underscores the BOC's commitment to combating illegal trade but also has broader implications for revenue loss and public health, as smuggled cigarettes often evade taxes and contain harmful substances.