The French government has officially abandoned Article 23 of the 2026 Budget Bill, scrapping plans for a new tax on e-liquids and stricter vaping regulations. This decision, made in preparation for triggering Article 49.3 to force the budget’s passage, has sparked outrage among the Confederation of Tobacconists. Industry leaders warn that dropping the regulatory framework grants a “bonus to chaos” by allowing unregulated sales to proliferate across the country.
Read moreMexico City is preparing for the 2026 World Cup with a strict warning for international visitors: leave your vapes at home. Head of Government Clara Brugada announced a preemptive information campaign to ensure tourists understand the total prohibition on electronic cigarettes and vaporizers. With the General Health Law modification effective as of January 16, authorities aim to prevent legal friction with fans while continuing aggressive raids against the black market.
Read morePenang has recorded a significant public health victory, with adult smoking prevalence dropping by 15.2%, according to the latest National Health and Morbidity Survey. State Youth, Sports and Health Committee chairman Daniel Gooi Zi Sen credits strict enforcement and education for the decline, which represents tens of thousands of fewer smokers. However, the state is now pivoting its focus to a new target: a potential federal ban on electronic cigarettes.
Read moreThe Royal St. Christopher and Nevis Police Force (RSCNPF) has issued a strict enforcement notice regarding the nation’s smoking laws, confirming a blanket ban on smoking and vaping in all public spaces. Under the Smoking (Designated Areas) Act, 2023 and the Freedom of Conscience (Cannabis) Act, 2023, lighting up outside of a licensed zone is now a punishable offense.
Read moreA recent survey by Research Land reveals widespread public skepticism regarding Mexico’s strict prohibition of vaporizers. Despite the federal decree aiming to protect public health, 78% of Mexicans believe the government should not ban tobacco alternatives. The data indicates a strong fear that the measure will backfire, with nearly half of respondents predicting it will fuel a dangerous black market rather than reduce consumption.
Read moreLiverpool City Region is set to enforce a strict ban on vape advertising across its public transport network. Mayor Steve Rotheram has proposed using his authority over publicly owned assets to remove advertisements for vapes, along with junk food and sugary drinks, from trains, ferries, and buses. The initiative aims to stop the “normalization” of products known to damage health, specifically targeting the marketing exposure faced by children in the region.
Read moreStarting February 1, travelers entering Taiwan may bring up to 200 heated tobacco product (HTP) sticks into the country duty-free. However, the Ministry of Health and Welfare has attached a critical condition: these products must be purchased exclusively within Taiwan’s airport duty-free zones. Bringing unapproved sticks from overseas remains a serious offense punishable by massive financial penalties.
Read moreSingapore has launched one of the world’s most aggressive campaigns against vaping, transforming a public health issue into a full-scale drug war. Following the rise of “K-pods”—vapes laced with the anesthetic etomidate—the city-state has mobilized customs officers, police, and even school disciplinary boards to enforce a zero-tolerance policy. The crackdown goes far beyond fines; offenders now face state-mandated rehabilitation, jail time, and in severe cases, caning.
Read moreThe UK Government has signaled a major shift in hospitality regulations, confirming plans to extend “smoke-free” laws to include vaping in all enclosed public spaces. Health Minister Ashley Dalton recently clarified that the Tobacco and Vapes Bill will grant ministers the statutory power to ban vaping in pubs, restaurants, and workplaces. While the Bill is currently moving through the House of Lords, the Department of Health and Social Care (DHSC) intends to launch a full consultation to standardize these restrictions nationwide.
Read moreEffective September 1, Russia implements a strict ban on the sale of vapes, cigarettes, and hookahs at public transport stops. Yulia Drozhzhina, a member of the State Duma Committee on Health Protection, confirmed that the legislation aims to eliminate “impulsive purchases” and protect commuters from passive smoke exposure. The only legal exception applies to small settlements where the transport stop serves as the sole retail point for essential goods.
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