The Minister of Finance recently ordered the Directorate General of Customs and Excise to take strict action against illegal imports, focusing on pursuing the individuals involved rather than merely confiscating goods. From January to September 2025, customs offices in Central Java and Yogyakarta seized illegal goods worth IDR 39.38 billion, including 1.79 million untaxed cigarettes (worth IDR 2.6 billion), a Chinese-made MK8 cigarette rolling machine (capacity 2,500 cigarettes/minute), and 4,688 boxes of alcoholic beverages. The government recovered IDR 1.33 billion in tax losses through enforcement. He stated that illegal imports not only cause revenue losses but also disrupt fair market competition. Customs stated that most cases have entered the judicial investigation process. He emphasized the need to severely punish illegal importers, otherwise they would resume their activities. This operation aims to maintain fair market competition and protect state revenue.