Illegal Cigarette Consumption Costs the State Rp 97 Trillion Per YearFriday, 13 December 2024 | 04:30 PM Jakarta, Beritasatu.com - Consumption of illegal cigarettes in Indonesia continues to increase in line with the increase in tobacco excise rates imposed by the government. According to the latest research from Indodata, state losses due to illegal cigarettes are estimated to reach Rp 97 trillion per year, far exceeding government estimates. Indodata, an independent research institution, has conducted an annual survey related to the consumption of illegal cigarettes and the potential loss of the state due to non-payment of excise. In a survey in 2021, around 28% of respondents admitted to ... [Read more]