Solon questions BOC use of intel funds as cigarette smuggling cases rise

February 14, 2026 at 09:42 AM

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Solon questions BOC use of intel funds as cigarette smuggling cases rise

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MANILA, Philippines — Manila Third District Rep. Joel Chua put the Bureau of Customs (BOC) on the hot seat during the House committee on ways and means’ investigation into the multi-billion-peso cigarette smuggling, citing the rampant market distribution of the illicit product in Mindanao. On Feb. 11, Chua said he could get his head around

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MANILA, Philippines — Manila Third District Rep. Joel Chua put the Bureau of Customs (BOC) on the hot seat during the House committee on ways and means’ investigation into the multi-billion-peso cigarette smuggling, citing the rampant market distribution of the illicit product in Mindanao. On Feb. 11, Chua said he could get his head around This article provides comprehensive coverage and analysis of current events.

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MANILA, Philippines — Manila Third District Rep. Joel Chua put the Bureau of Customs (BOC) on the hot seat during the House committee on ways and means’ investigation into the multi-billion-peso cigarette smuggling, citing the rampant market distribution of the illicit product in Mindanao. On Feb. 11, Chua said he could get his head around

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