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India’s policy think tank calls for vape ban change as illicit youth use surges
India’s top policy think tank calls for a vape ban review amid growing evidence of illicit use among young people.
Ukraine looks to ban production and sale of vapes
Ukraine considers sweeping ban on the production, import, sale, and distribution of vapes, pods, and e-liquids.
Portugal calls for lower vape taxes in EU tax plan
Portugal strongly opposes the European Commission’s recent proposal to sharply increase tobacco taxes across the EU.
Ireland’s crackdown on vape sales to minors proves ineffective
More than 100 retailers in Ireland have been caught selling nicotine vapes to children under 18 since it was made illegal in December 2023, new figures show.
Austria moves to ban disposable vapes
Austria is set to ban the sale of single-use vapes, citing concerns about youth vaping and environmental risks.
