According to a report by Sky News on January 2nd, the Australian government's recent crackdown on e-cigarette products has drawn widespread attention from the society.
According to an official government announcement, starting from January 1, 2024, Australia will effectively ban the importation of disposable e-cigarettes.
In order to effectively enforce the ban, the government has allocated $25 million AUD (approximately $16.85 million USD) to support the Australian Border Force, and an additional $56.9 million AUD (approximately $38.36 million USD) over the next two years to the Therapeutic Goods Administration to facilitate the implementation of the ban.
Caroline de Rousseau, the host of Sky News, disclosed to Sky News reporter Gary Hadgref that "this country is facing a multitude of significant issues... banning e-cigarettes to some extent is considered a top priority." She emphasized that categorizing e-cigarettes as one of the government's most concerning issues is "completely unjustified".
The implementation of this ban has sparked controversy among various sectors of society, particularly among individuals concerned about personal freedoms. Some argue that the government has excessively intervened, and the remarks made by Ms. Caroline de Rousseau to a certain extent represent this point of view.
Despite the government emphasizing that the ban is driven by considerations for the health of children and the general public, the issue of e-cigarettes has become a highly controversial and trending topic. The future position of the government on e-cigarettes, as well as the public's response, will be the focal point of public attention.
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