FLER at APE

The InterTabac 2025 exhibition in Dortmund, Germany, is officially underway. 2Firsts is on the ground, providing an exclusive photo gallery that highlights the booth designs of various exhibitors while offering in-depth analysis of show dynamics, industry trends, and brand highlights.

At the first Cigar Culture Summit before InterTabac 2025, global cigar leaders discussed sustainability in tobacco-growing areas. Speakers emphasized the growing importance of education, environmental compliance, and ethical supply chains, noting that sustainability has become a core business necessity. Faced with increasing ESG demands, stricter regulations, and cultural differences, the industry is adapting to build a more resilient future.

Italian anti-trust agency investigates Philip Morris International's promotion of smoke-free products, questioning potentially misleading language.

New zoning regulations in Newport News, Virginia require e-cigarette shops to be at least 2000 feet from schools and daycares.

Malaysian suspect accused of illegal e-cigarette trading in Singapore to face court next week for fraud and obstruction charges.

Spain’s proposed ban on non-tobacco vape flavors and strict cap on nicotine pouches has evolved from a domestic tobacco control measure into a major dispute at the EU level. This report traces the full trajectory of the controversy—covering policy background, EU review, stakeholder positions, and potential impacts—showing how the debate has moved beyond tobacco control to challenge the fundamental freedoms of the EU single market.