South America

Study at GRELL 2024 reveals 80% of Brazil lung cancer deaths linked to smoking, causing concerns for public health.

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

Colombian President Gustavo Petro approves new legislation regulating e-cigarette devices to protect public health, especially minors.

Brazil's Ponta Grossa city government cracked down on tobacco and e-cigarette sales violations, resulting in arrests and fines.

An Argentine man was arrested in Misiones for smuggling 251 e-cigarettes without customs clearance, valued at $26,000.

Ispire (NASDAQ: ISPR) management to attend global expos in Colombia and Dubai to showcase alternative products.

KT&G and PMI partner to expand e-cigarette market in Central and South America, with PMI launching KT&G's "lil" globally.

Brazilian health department in Cascavel city, Parana state, launches anti-e-cigarette campaign "Pod, Não Pode," enforcing nationwide ban on e-cigarette.