Russian Ministry of Health backs legislation to ban tobacco sales after 2009

Oct.24.2024

Russian Ministry of Health supports a bill proposed by "New People" to ban the sale of tobacco to people born after 2009.

The Ministry of Health of the Russian Federation has declared its support for a bill proposed by the "New People" party to ban the sale of tobacco and nicotine products to individuals born after December 31, 2009, Ura.News reported on October 24.

"Kommersant magazine expressed the opinion that: "The project is in line with the country's basic policy of reducing tobacco and nicotine consumption. This strategy emphasises the Health Ministry's gradual phasing out of tobacco products by 2035. Although a reduction in excise tax may result in a reduction in budget revenue, the bill also takes into account the potential savings in health care costs associated with the treatment of smoking-related illnesses".

The media reported that the federal government's opinion on the draft law was sent to the relevant departments on 19 October 2024. In addition, the Russian Ministry of Health is also ready to support initiatives aimed at reducing the use of e-cigarettes.

References:

[1] Минздрав РФ одобрил проект по запрету продажи сигарет родившимся после 2009 года

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[2] Russia's E-Cigarette Liquid Sales Soar in Q2 2024

[3] Russian Regulator Plans Stricter Requirements to Regulate E-cigarette Packaging

[4] Research Shows Illegal E-cigarette Prevalence and Tax Evasion in Russia

[5] Fine for Smoking E-Cigarettes in Public Places in Russia

[6] Establishment of Special Working Group to Regulate Use of E-Cigarettes

[7] Russia Plans to Ban Sale of High-Nicotine Heated Tobacco Products

[8] Bashkortostan to Impose Fines for Public E-Cigarette Use

[9] Putin Expresses Concern Over Youth E-Cigarette Use in Russia

[10] Russian State Duma Considers Ban on Sale of E-Cigarettes

[11] Russia Implements Tax Hike on Tobacco Alternatives starting 2024

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