CHED Policy Note

INDONESIA EMERGENCY OF CIGARETTES CHEAP An increase in the number of adult smokers by 8.8 million in a decade (GATS 2021). The prevalence of smokers of children aged < 18 years of age rose from 7.2% (2013) to 9.1% (2018) according to Riskesdas, and students aged 13 – 15 (SMP) by 19.2% according to GYTS […]

The tobacco product excise policy is always a polemic between the industry, government, and society. This policy is a two-edged sword for the economy and public health sector. The increase in excise rates has a direct impact on cigarette prices. This is also one of the main reasons for its gradual increase yearly, besides the