The Regie Libanaise des Tabacs et Tombacs (the Regie) announced that its Anti-Smuggling Unit seized quantities of smuggled electronic cigarettes, smuggled and counterfeit shisha tobacco (molasses), smuggled cigarettes, and counterfeit cigars during raids conducted in Amchit, Bahsas in the Koura District, and Azmi Street in Tripoli.
The Regie reiterated that these raids are part of its ongoing efforts to combat smuggled and counterfeit tobacco products, noting that violation reports were issued against the offenders and referred to the competent judicial authorities for further action.
The Regie reaffirmed its commitment to remaining vigilant in protecting consumers' interests and serving as a strong line of defense against counterfeiting and smuggling.
The Regie also renewed its call for citizens to cooperate in combating this phenomenon, which harms both consumers and the public treasury, by reporting any products suspected of being smuggled or counterfeit, or any locations believed to be used for their storage, through its hotline 1722, reinforcing the principle that "Every Citizen Is a Watchdog."