Legislation

U.S. Justice Department proposes historic reclassification of marijuana as safer drug, prompting potential benefits for research and cannabis industry.

Malaysia Health Ministry to fully enforce Public Health Control of Smoking Product Act as solution to rising e-cigarette use among youth.

World Health Organization study shows illegal tobacco market in Pakistan not as claimed by industry, accounting for 23.1% of total trade.

Philippines budget department approves 87.632 million pesos for National Tobacco Authority to boost support for tobacco industry.

Russian government plans to begin crackdown on e-cigarettes, banning flavored liquids with additives to reduce nicotine consumption.

Alaska passes bills to raise smoking age and adjust marijuana taxes, sparking debate among lawmakers.

Representatives from Amazonas met at FCecon to discuss advancing the tobacco control project, aiming to reduce smoking rates.

Poland's Health Ministry introduces new law banning flavored heated tobacco products sales, aligning with EU directive starting June 29.