Indonesian Small Businesses Concerned About New Health Regulation

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May.23.2024

Indonesian Small Businesses Concerned About New Health Regulation

New Indonesian health regulation banning tobacco sales within 200 meters of educational facilities sparks concern among small businesses.

According to a report by Tribunnews on May 22, the new health regulation proposed by the Indonesian government, known as the Government Health Regulations draft (RPP), has garnered attention from micro, small, and medium enterprises (UMKM).

Specific provisions of this new regulation include a ban on the sale of tobacco products within 200 meters of educational institutions.

The chairman of the Indonesian People's Economic Committee (Komite Ekonomi Rakyat Indonesia, KERIS) and the chairman of the Street Vendor Association (Asosiasi Pedagang Kaki Lima Perjuangan, APKLI Perjuangan), Ali Mahsun Atmo, stated that the Indonesian government needs to reach a consensus with stakeholders on the tobacco regulations in the RPP when formulating these regulations.

Merchants in the area are no longer allowed to sell tobacco, even though tobacco is a legal product with a minimum purchasing age restriction. This will have a significant impact on the business operations of the affected small shop owners.

A vendor who runs a small shop in the southern part of Jakarta expressed concern that the regulation banning the sale of tobacco products within 200 meters of educational institutions is discriminatory and will greatly impact their business. Furthermore, the vendors are unfamiliar with this new regulation, which could potentially lead to miscommunication with officials responsible for enforcing it.

References:

[1] Asosiasi Pedagang Minta Zonasi Larangan Penjualan Rokok di RPP Kesehatan Dikaji Ulang

Also Read:

[1] Indonesia's Cigarette Paper Industry: A Booming Opportunity for Exporters

[2] Major Indonesian Tobacco Industry Groups Urge Government to Revise Regulations

[3] Impact of Increased Tobacco Tax on Smoking Rates in Indonesia

[4] Indonesian E-cigarette Association Promoting Education on Alternative Tobacco Products

[5] Challenges and Calls for Regulation in Indonesia's Tobacco Industry

[6] Challenges and Opportunities in Indonesia's Tobacco Industry

[7] Indonesian Tobacco Industry Protests Government Regulations as Threats Emerge

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