Hello, I'm an expert in global health statistics and trends. When it comes to the prevalence of smoking, it's important to look at both the total number of smokers and the percentage of the population that smokes.
As of my last update, China has the largest number of smokers in the world, primarily due to its large population. However, when considering the percentage of the population that smokes, countries like Indonesia and some Eastern European nations have higher smoking rates.
It's also worth noting that smoking habits can change over time due to various factors such as public health campaigns, changes in legislation, and shifts in cultural attitudes.
China has the most smokers in the world, but when it comes to the highest smoking rates, other countries may have a higher percentage of their population that smokes.
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