Groups oppose suspension of sin taxes

Groups oppose suspension of sin taxes

[Inquirer.net] - 01/19/2025

MANILA, Philippines — Advocacy groups are opposing a bill seeking to suspend levying of excise on tobacco, vapes and other related products next year, arguing that making these products accessible to the public, the moratorium on the so-called sin taxes would also reduce funding for essential (…)



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