As an expert in global health and epidemiology, I can provide an informed estimate based on the latest available data. However, please note that the number of smokers can fluctuate due to various factors such as public health initiatives, economic changes, and cultural shifts.

According to the World Health Organization (WHO) and other reputable sources, China has the largest number of smokers in the world. As of my last update, it was estimated that there are over 300 million smokers in China, which accounts for about one-third of the global smoking population. This figure includes both men and women, although the majority are male.

It's important to note that these numbers are subject to change as new data becomes available and as the Chinese government implements various tobacco control measures, which could potentially reduce the prevalence of smoking.

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Cigarettes kill about one million Chinese each year. That number could reach three million by 2030, if the rate of smoking is not reduced. There are more than 300 million smokers in China. Nearly 30 percent of adults smoke, including 53 percent of all men.read more >>