In recent years, smokers in South Korea have increasingly turned to e-cigarettes. The use of nicotine alternatives has led to a younger demographic among smokers, with a rising smoking rate among female adolescents. The government needs to strengthen its regulatory measures.

The South Korean National Assembly has proposed expanding the definition of tobacco, restricting online sales of e-cigarettes, and tightening regulations on synthetic nicotine in an effort to protect youth health.

The Croatian government plans to increase excise taxes on all types of tobacco products starting July 1 and, for the first time, impose a tax on e-liquids, sparking concerns within the industry. The tax reform aims to address budget shortfalls and promote public health goals, but industry critics warn it could fuel black market growth and undermine existing tobacco control efforts.

The U.S. Appeals Court sided with the FDA and rejected SWT's appeal regarding its menthol-flavored e-cigarette marketing application, stating that the company failed to provide sufficient evidence demonstrating that the product benefits public health.

The UK banned disposable vapes from June 1, but a BBC undercover report found nearly half of 21 shops in Yorkshire still selling them. Some retailers knowingly continued sales to clear stock, despite the ban.