Türkiye Cigarette Prices Increase 2023: Smoking Concerns Rise

Türkiye has witnessed a series of cigarette price hikes in recent days, with the latest increase announced by Erol Dündar, President of the Tekel Dealers Mutual Aid Association (TBYD). The Imperial Tobacco cigarette group has joined the ranks of PM, BAT, JTI, and TT cigarette groups, which have already increased their prices by 4-5 TL in the first days of August. Read more

Russia’s New Vape and Tobacco Regulations Ban Flavors

The Russian State Duma has adopted new legislation that will dramatically reshape the landscape of smokeless tobacco products and vaping in the country. These changes aim to address growing health concerns and curb the rising popularity of these products among youth. Read more

Poland Proposes New Regulations and Tax on E-Cigarettes and Vaping Devices

Poland’s Ministry of Finance has proposed a new PLN 40 fee on both single-use and reusable vaporization devices in a significant move to curb youth vaping. This proposal accompanies plans to ban the sale of all e-cigarettes to minors starting January 1, 2025. Read more

Moldova Bans E-Cigarettes in Public Places

Moldova’s Health Minister, Alla Nemerenco, announced a comprehensive smoking ban in public places, including electronic cigarettes. The new legislation aims to reduce smoking rates and protect non-smokers from secondhand smoke exposure. Read more

French Polynesia Bans Disposable Vapes in 2025

French Polynesia’s Ministry of Health has announced plans to ban disposable vapes, commonly known as “puffs,” by early 2025. This decision aligns with similar restrictions being implemented in mainland France and other countries worldwide. Read more

Zimbabwe Introduces New Vaping Tax: E-Cigarette Prices Set to Rise

The Zimbabwean government has announced a new excise duty on electronic cigarettes, signaling a significant shift in its approach to vaping products. Finance Minister Professor Mthuli Ncube unveiled the measure during Thursday’s Mid Term Budget Review, declaring a tax of US$0.50 per milliliter on e-cigarette contents. Read more

Indian Bans E-Cigarettes, Strict Action on Delivery

The Indian government has taken a decisive step in the fight against drug addiction among the country’s youth by banning e-cigarettes. The Director General’s office has sent a letter to police captains in all districts, informing them of the new guidelines and instructing them to take strict action against anyone found selling or delivering e-cigarettes. Read more

Cook Islands Bans Vaping, Tobacco Sales Under New Law

The Cook Islands has taken a significant step towards promoting public health by enacting the Tobacco Products Control Amendment Act 2024. This new legislation introduces a range of measures aimed at curbing the use of tobacco and vaping products in the country. Read more

Philippines DTI Suspends Online Vape Sales to Protect Youth

The Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) in the Philippines has suspended the online sale of vapor products, devices, and systems on marketplaces in a decisive move to safeguard the youth and prioritize public health. Secretary Fred Pascual signed Department Administrative Order (DAO) No. 24-03, series of 2024, on July 20, making the suspension effective immediately. Read more

Overview of FDA-Authorized VUSE E-Cigarette Products

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has granted marketing authorization to RJ Reynolds Vapor Company for an expanded range of Vuse e-cigarette products. This decision, announced on July 18, adds seven new Vuse Alto e-cigarette products to the company’s growing portfolio of FDA-approved offerings. RJ Reynolds Vapor Company, an American subsidiary of British American Tobacco, now boasts the largest portfolio of authorized e-cigarette products in the U.S. market.

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