Ambassador of the Merdeka Nusantara | Jakarta INDODATA released the results of a survey on the circulation of illegal cigarettes in Indonesia on Monday (18/11/2024). Based on a study entitled "Measuring the Size of the Illegal Cigarette Market and Its Impact on State Revenue and the Number of Smokers in Indonesia", it was found that the percentage of illegal cigarettes in 2024 reached 46.95%, a significant increase from 30.96% in 2023. "The survey shows that the increase in cigarette prices due to excise tariffs affects consumer behavior. A total of 67.04% of respondents reduced purchases, 44.12% switched to cheaper brands, and 1.8% quit smoking. Although the number of smokers decreased to 2... [Read more]