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GLOBAL CONCERNS OVER NEW ZEALAND’S PROPOSED VAPE LEGISLATION
The Coalition of Asia Pacific Tobacco Harm Reduction Advocates (CAPHRA) is raising alarm over New Zealand’s proposed changes to the Smokefree Environments and Regulated Products Amendment Bill 2024. The proposed legislation, which includes a ban on disposable vapes, poses a significant risk to New Zealand’s progress towards its Smokefree 2025…
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CAMPAIGN LAUNCHED AGAINST NEW ZEALAND’S SMOKEFREE ENVIRONMENTS AND REGULATED PRODUCTS AMENDMENT BILL
CAPHRA (Coalition of Asia Pacific Tobacco Harm Reduction Advocates) is raising alarm over the New Zealand government’s recent announcement of the Smokefree Environments and Regulated Products Amendment Bill. This legislation threatens to remove nearly all closed system vaping products that adults rely on to quit smoking, leaving only the most…
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CAPHRA Calls for Pragmatic Regulation of Safer Nicotine Products in New Zealand
The Coalition of Asia Pacific Tobacco Harm Reduction Advocates (CAPHRA) has expressed significant concerns regarding the recently proposed Smokefree Environments and Regulated Products Amendment Bill 2024. The bill, aimed at addressing youth vaping, introduces stringent measures that CAPHRA believes will inadvertently harm adult vapers and smokers seeking to quit smoking.…
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CAPHRA Raises Concerns Over New Smokefree Environments and Regulated Products Amendment Bill 2024
The Coalition of Asia Pacific Tobacco Harm Reduction Advocates (CAPHRA) today voiced significant concerns regarding the recently released Smokefree Environments and Regulated Products Amendment Bill 2024, which aims to address youth vaping. The bill, released by the Ministry of Health, proposes stringent measures that CAPHRA believes will inadvertently harm adult…
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FDA Greenlights Vuse Alto Tobacco-Flavored Vapes for Marketing
Last week marked a significant milestone for Vuse Alto, as the FDA granted marketing authorization for its tobacco-flavored vapes. This decision underscores the agency’s recognition of these products as a potential aid for adults looking to quit traditional cigarettes. Unlike full FDA approval, this authorization allows Vuse Alto to be…
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China’s E-Cigarette Exports Surge in June 2024: $996 Million Shipped Globally Amid Growing Demand
In June 2024, China’s e-cigarette exports reached a notable $996.64 million, marking a 5.88% increase compared to the previous year, according to recent data released by the General Administration of Customs of China. Despite this year-over-year growth, there was a slight decrease of 1.26% from the previous month, reflecting the…
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CAPHRA Applauds Philippine Government’s Efforts to Regulate Vaping and Enforce Youth Protection Measures
The Coalition of Asia Pacific Tobacco Harm Reduction Advocates (CAPHRA) extends its full support to the Government of the Philippines Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) in their efforts to protect consumers and prevent youth access to vaping products. However, instead of stopping online sales CAPHRA advocates for greater enforcement…
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The Future of E-Cigarettes in Switzerland: New Regulations and Their Impact
The e-cigarette industry in Switzerland is facing significant changes. With the upcoming new regulations, the market conditions for manufacturers and consumers will be considerably affected. Particularly, the products from the brand VOZOL, which have garnered a large following with their Big Puffs, could soon be impacted. In this article, we…
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Philip Morris International Boosts Zyn Production with $600 Million Investment in U.S.
Philip Morris International (PMI) is ramping up its commitment to reducing cigarette smoking in the U.S. by investing $600 million to build a new factory in Aurora, Colorado. This facility aims to meet the soaring demand for Zyn nicotine pouches among American consumers. With the plant set to start operations…
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CAPHRA Calls on Asia Pacific Governments to Allow Sale of Oral Nicotine Products
The Coalition of Asia Pacific Tobacco Harm Reduction Advocates (CAPHRA) is urging governments across the Asia Pacific region to follow New Zealand’s lead and allow the sale of oral nicotine products as part of a comprehensive tobacco harm reduction strategy. New Zealand’s government recently agreed in principle to permit the…
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