California voters will vote on a proposal to regulate the e-cigarette industry and increase tobacco taxes.
Vietnam's Minister of Health, Dao Hong Lan, has praised the country's progress in tobacco control policies, stating that the country has achieved significant breakthroughs in the international community.
The Mexican Health Ministry has criticized a Supreme Court decision prioritizing business interests over public health protection, stating it poses a significant threat to children, adolescents, and young people and violates Article 4 of the…
The Japanese government and ruling party are considering raising the tax on heated tobacco to fund national defense capabilities. The tax on heated tobacco products is currently 10-30% lower than traditional cigarettes in Japan.
New Zealand retailers are preparing for the implementation of new regulations on disposable e-cigarettes, potentially displacing 300,000 units by landfill. Over 600 specialized e-cigarette stores may have to discard 10 million devices.
Indonesia's Central Statistics Agency has included e-cigarette devices in the 2024 inflation calculation due to their significant consumption.
Russia's Customs and Tariffs Regulations Committee supports raising the import tax on e-cigarettes from 0% to 5%, according to the Ministry of Economic Development of Russia. The proposal will be submitted to the Eurasian Economic Commission.
Slatington City Council in Pennsylvania is proposing a zoning ordinance to restrict tobacco and e-cigarette stores. The ordinance, proposed by the Brownie Squadron, aims to prevent unhealthy habits and promote family-friendly stores.
Portugal's Parliament has approved a new tobacco law, which will equate electronic cigarettes to conventional tobacco for sales, advertising, product presentation, and consumption rules.
The bill aims to license retail sales of tobacco products and nicotine inhaling products, establish and maintain a license register, address related offenses, amend the Public Health (Tobacco) Act 2002, and amend other enactments and statutory…