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Pakistan's pioneer child rights org. Working towards empowering children using int'l standards via advocacy, research, awareness raising, & human development.

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🚬💸 Raising tobacco taxes can save lives! A Rs 39 hike per cigarette pack could reduce 263,000 smokers and generate Rs 67.4 billion in revenue. Let's take a stand for better health and a brighter future. #RaiseTobaccoTax #SaveLives #SPARC #TobaccoControl #HealthMatters

🚬💸 Raising tobacco taxes can save lives! A Rs 39 hike per cigarette pack could reduce 263,000 smokers and generate Rs 67.4 billion in revenue. Let's take a stand for better health and a brighter future.

#RaiseTobaccoTax #SaveLives #SPARC #TobaccoControl #HealthMatters
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Tobacco use kills over 160,000 Pakistanis annually. Stronger tobacco taxation isn't just smart policy—it’s a lifesaving measure. #EndTobacco #PublicHealth #SPARC

Tobacco use kills over 160,000 Pakistanis annually. Stronger tobacco taxation isn't just smart policy—it’s a lifesaving measure.
#EndTobacco #PublicHealth #SPARC
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Cigarettes are becoming more affordable in Pakistan due to a freeze on FED since 2023. We must act now before smoking rates rise again! #TaxTobaccoNow #StopSmoking #SPARC

Cigarettes are becoming more affordable in Pakistan due to a freeze on FED since 2023. We must act now before smoking rates rise again!
#TaxTobaccoNow #StopSmoking #SPARC
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Rs 67.4 Billion in Potential Revenue – If We Raise Tobacco Taxes A single, strategic tax increase could strengthen our economy and protect public health. Why wait? #SmartTax #TobaccoTaxSavesLives #SPARC

Rs 67.4 Billion in Potential Revenue – If We Raise Tobacco Taxes A single, strategic tax increase could strengthen our economy and protect public health. Why wait? #SmartTax #TobaccoTaxSavesLives #SPARC
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Don’t Let 490,000 New Smokers Light Up Unless tobacco taxes are raised, nearly half a million new smokers will be added by 2025-26. Let’s stop this crisis before it starts. #PreventSmoking #RaiseTheTax #SPARC

Don’t Let 490,000 New Smokers Light Up Unless tobacco taxes are raised, nearly half a million new smokers will be added by 2025-26. Let’s stop this crisis before it starts. #PreventSmoking #RaiseTheTax #SPARC
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Lower Taxes = Higher Risk Per capita income rose 12.5%, but cigarette prices only rose 2.7%. Cigarettes are now more affordable than ever. Time to flip the script. #AffordabilityCrisis #TobaccoTax #SPARC

Lower Taxes = Higher Risk Per capita income rose 12.5%, but cigarette prices only rose 2.7%. Cigarettes are now more affordable than ever. Time to flip the script. #AffordabilityCrisis #TobaccoTax #SPARC
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Premium or Cheap – All Cigarettes Kill A huge tax gap between premium and economy brands is encouraging smokers to switch instead of quit. Uniform taxes are a must. #OneRateOnePolicy #QuitSmoking #SPARC

Premium or Cheap – All Cigarettes Kill A huge tax gap between premium and economy brands is encouraging smokers to switch instead of quit. Uniform taxes are a must. #OneRateOnePolicy #QuitSmoking #SPARC
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tobacco Costs 1.6% of Pakistan’s GDP The economic burden of smoking is massive. Investing in tobacco tax reform is investing in national stability. #EconomicImpact #TobaccoKills #SPARC

tobacco Costs 1.6% of Pakistan’s GDP The economic burden of smoking is massive. Investing in tobacco tax reform is investing in national stability. #EconomicImpact #TobaccoKills #SPARC
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26.3% of Smokers Cut Back in 2023 After Tax Hike Evidence speaks: higher tobacco prices lead to lower consumption. Let’s continue what works. #TaxForHealth #SmarterPolicy #SPARC

26.3% of Smokers Cut Back in 2023 After Tax Hike Evidence speaks: higher tobacco prices lead to lower consumption. Let’s continue what works. #TaxForHealth #SmarterPolicy #SPARC
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Unless we raise tobacco taxes now, 490,000 new smokers will be added by 2025–26. Every delay is a risk to our youth and our future. Let’s act before addiction takes hold. #ProtectTheNextGeneration #RaiseTobaccoTax #StopSmokingBeforeItStarts #SPARC

Unless we raise tobacco taxes now, 490,000 new smokers will be added by 2025–26. Every delay is a risk to our youth and our future. Let’s act before addiction takes hold.
#ProtectTheNextGeneration #RaiseTobaccoTax #StopSmokingBeforeItStarts #SPARC
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Tax increases don’t just reduce the number of smokers—they help people smoke less. In 2023, smoking intensity dropped by 6.3% after a tobacco tax hike. Smart taxation works—let’s stay on this path. #SmokeLess #TaxSavesLives #TobaccoFreePakistan #SPARC

Tax increases don’t just reduce the number of smokers—they help people smoke less. In 2023, smoking intensity dropped by 6.3% after a tobacco tax hike. Smart taxation works—let’s stay on this path. #SmokeLess #TaxSavesLives #TobaccoFreePakistan #SPARC
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Tobacco taxation in 2023 brought in Rs 95 billion more in excise revenue—a 66% increase. It’s proof that strong tobacco control measures not only protect lives but also support Pakistan’s economy. #SmartTax #TobaccoTaxSavesLives #PublicHealthWins #SPARC

Tobacco taxation in 2023 brought in Rs 95 billion more in excise revenue—a 66% increase. It’s proof that strong tobacco control measures not only protect lives but also support Pakistan’s economy. #SmartTax #TobaccoTaxSavesLives #PublicHealthWins #SPARC
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Despite the 2023 increase, Pakistan’s tobacco taxes still cover only 54%–68% of retail prices — far below the 70% global benchmark. We must close this gap to truly curb tobacco use and protect public health. #RaiseTobaccoTax #GlobalStandards #TobaccoControl #SPARC

Despite the 2023 increase, Pakistan’s tobacco taxes still cover only 54%–68% of retail prices — far below the 70% global benchmark. We must close this gap to truly curb tobacco use and protect public health.
#RaiseTobaccoTax #GlobalStandards #TobaccoControl #SPARC
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A Rs 39 per pack tax increase could generate Rs 67.4 billion, reduce smoking by 6.9%, and save 264,000 lives. One decision, countless lives and futures saved. Let's invest in health today! #SaveLives #SmartTaxation #TobaccoFreePakistan #SPARC

A Rs 39 per pack tax increase could generate Rs 67.4 billion, reduce smoking by 6.9%, and save 264,000 lives. One decision, countless lives and futures saved. Let's invest in health today!
#SaveLives #SmartTaxation #TobaccoFreePakistan #SPARC
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Tobacco tax reforms in 2023 raised an additional Rs 95 billion in revenue—a 66% jump. Stronger tobacco control policies don’t just save lives; they also build a stronger economy. #SmartTax #TobaccoTaxSavesLives #EconomicStrength #SPARC

Tobacco tax reforms in 2023 raised an additional Rs 95 billion in revenue—a 66% jump. Stronger tobacco control policies don’t just save lives; they also build a stronger economy.
#SmartTax #TobaccoTaxSavesLives #EconomicStrength #SPARC
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"The youth of today demand a healthier tomorrow. 📷 Higher tobacco taxes are a step in the right direction to safeguard public health and reduce smoking rates. Let’s make our voices heard! 📷 #HealthyGeneration #StopTobacco #SPARC

"The youth of today demand a healthier tomorrow. 📷 Higher tobacco taxes are a step in the right direction to safeguard public health and reduce smoking rates. Let’s make our voices heard! 📷 #HealthyGeneration #StopTobacco #SPARC