War on illegal tobacco unwinnable without price change: Border Force

Border Force warned the fight against illegal tobacco is futile without addressing high legal prices. Nearly 6 million illicit cigarettes are seized daily, but strong consumer demand fuels the market. Efforts must focus on reducing demand, improving policing, and collaborating with international agencies to effectively combat organized crime linked to illicit tobacco.

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Summary by Glance · Original reporting by The Age