STOP ILLEGAL blog
Eradicating illicit trade requires a global solution. Philip Morris International is taking a leading role in this fight. The STOP ILLEGAL blog is shedding light on all aspects of this problem, and provides insights from experts around the world.
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Interviews and bylines
How illicit trade threatens society
The worldwide problem of illicit trade is a serious one. The amount of money lost to illicit flows is staggering: More than USD 2 trillion annually, according to the United Nations (2020).
Videos
PMI’s focus on supply chain controls and product protection to help prevent illicit trade
At PMI, as we advance on our journey toward delivering a smoke-free future, we know we must increase our efforts to secure both our supply chain and the products we sell.
Research and reports
KPMG report finds European illicit cigarette market continues to grow despite overall decline in consumption
KPMG’s annual study on illicit cigarette consumption in the European Union (EU), the United Kingdom, Norway and Switzerland.
News and events
As adult smokers in France turn to counterfeits, we must focus on raising consumer awareness
In France, evidence suggests that adult smokers are turning to counterfeit cigarettes. This is mainly due to the affordability of these illegal products, how easy they are to access, and the lack of consumer awareness around the risks of counterfeits.