Indonesian customs authorities have confiscated Rp 12.68 billion (approximately $820,000 USD) worth of illegal cigarettes at the Merak Port in Banten province. The Directorate General of Customs and Excise (DJBC) confirmed the seizure, highlighting its ongoing commitment to combating the circulation of illicit tobacco products within Indonesia. The operation was a joint effort between the Banten Regional Customs Office and the Merak Customs Office. Further details regarding the origin and destination of the cigarettes have not yet been released. This seizure represents a significant effort to curb the illegal cigarette trade, which deprives the state of tax revenue and potentially harms public health. The DJBC continues to strengthen its enforcement measures to address this issue nationwide.