Collaborative Synergy Between Customs and the Government in the Program to Combat Illegal Cigarettes

This study aims to analyze the collaboration process between government agencies in implementing the Illegal Cigarette Eradication Program in Bojonegoro Regency using the collaborative governance theoretical framework of Ansell and Gash. The research method used is qualitative with a descriptive approach. Data collection techniques were carried out through in-depth interviews, field observations, and documentation studies, with informants selected using a purposive sampling technique involving the Public Order Agency (Satpol PP), Customs and Excise, the Indonesian National Armed Forces (TNI), the Indonesian National Police (Polri), and legal cigarette traders. The results show that collaboration has been carried out through face-to-face dialogue, role allocation, and information transparency, but there is still an imbalance of authority dominated by the Satpol PP and limitations in detecting illegal distribution channels. The discussion shows that facilitative leadership, transparent institutional design, and intensive communication processes are key factors in maintaining the sustainability of the collaboration. The conclusion of this study confirms that the Illegal Cigarette Eradication Program has been able to break some of the illegal cigarette distribution chain, but requires strengthening collaborative mechanisms so that handling can be carried out more optimally and sustainably..