Artem Metelev, Chairman of the Youth Policy Committee of the State Duma in Russia, announced on his Telegram channel that he has submitted a parliamentary request to the Prosecutor General’s Office and the Federal Service for Surveillance on Consumer Rights Protection and Human Wellbeing (Rospotrebnadzor) for the purpose of blocking websites selling vapes and holding their owners accountable.

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In a bold move to protect the health of the youth in New York City, Mayor Eric Adams has taken legal action against four e-cigarette distributors. The lawsuit aims to put an end to the sale of flavored e-cigarettes, specifically those that target children and teenagers. With a deep concern for the well-being of the city’s younger population, Mayor Adams has made it clear that he will not tolerate the rising trend of vaping and smoking among middle and high school students.

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The Malinauskas Labor Government in South Australia has launched an eight-week enforcement blitz aimed at curbing the illegal sale of nicotine vapes. This initiative coincides with the implementation of tough new licence conditions designed to combat the growing problem of vaping. SA Health compliance officers will begin visiting various businesses, including convenience stores, service stations, and barber shops, to ensure that licence holders are adhering to the new regulations.

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Germany’s Health Ministry is proposing a ban on smoking in vehicles carrying children and pregnant women, including the use of e-cigarettes, heated tobacco products, and cannabis. Health Minister Karl Lauterbach is leading the charge for this ban to protect minors and pregnant women from secondhand smoke exposure. The draft proposal, which will undergo coordination with other ministries before being presented to the Cabinet, is an expansion of the existing Non-Smokers Protection Act. In this article, we will explore the details of the proposed ban and its potential impact.

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In Vietnam, the market for new-generation tobacco products lacks proper management policies and regulations. These products are circulating without proper authorization. On July 4th, a conference titled “Responsible Control of New Tobacco Products” was organized by the Phap Luat Vietnam newspaper. During the conference, representatives from the Ministry of Industry and Trade acknowledged the absence of management policies and legal permission for new-generation tobacco products (NGTP) in Vietnam.

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In a recent statement, Murat Emir, a member of the Republican People’s Party (CHP) in Ankara, highlighted that despite the ban on the importation of electronic cigarettes, their sale is being conducted on various internet websites. Emir has submitted a written parliamentary question to the Minister of Trade, Ömer Bolat, demanding answers regarding the lack of enforcement and responsibility by the Ministry of Trade. He further called for a ban on electronic cigarette sales and advertisements. This article aims to shed light on the issue of electronic cigarette sales and its implications for public health.

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In a bid to regulate the advertising practices of the vaping industry, the Committee of Advertising Practice (CAP) has recently issued an Enforcement Notice instructing vaping companies to adhere to the advertising rules and promptly remove any advertisements for vaping products that are appearing on social media platforms. This action comes as a response to the growing concern about the inappropriate targeting of young people through these ads.

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In a significant move, Ghana has recently implemented a ban on the sale and advertisement of vaping and e-cigarette products for recreational use. The country’s Food and Drugs Authority (FDA) issued a press release stating that the public’s recreational use of electronic nicotine delivery systems (ENDS), including vapes and other non-nicotine tobacco products, is now illegal. This article will delve into the details of this ban, the exceptions surrounding it, and the implications it may have on the vaping industry in Ghana.

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Violations of trade and smoking in public places can result in fines of up to 50,000 UAH.

In just a few days, starting from July 11, new restrictions on the sale of tobacco products and the prohibition of smoking electronic cigarettes in public places will come into effect in Ukraine. This is in accordance with the law on measures to prevent and reduce tobacco consumption, as reported by the State Consumer Service.

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In a significant shift for Georgia users, the rules regarding the legal age to purchase vapes have changed. Previously, it was only a matter of waiting until you turned 21 to buy a vape legally. However, as of July 1st, a new law has come into effect, making vaping in smoke-free zones illegal in Georgia. This legislation aims to align with Georgia’s Smoke-Free Air Act, which has been in place since 2005 to protect public health.

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