According to a report from Moldpres on August 21, the Moldovan government has approved amendments to the Tobacco Control Act.
The bill extends the smoking ban in public places, including a ban on e-cigarettes. Additionally, penalties for selling tobacco products to minors will be increased.
During a cabinet meeting, Health Minister Ala Nemerenco stated that the purpose of the draft bill is to protect residents, especially young people and children, from the harmful effects of tobacco.
The drafting of the bill aims to strengthen the legislative framework in the field of tobacco control, in line with the World Health Organization's Framework Convention on Tobacco Control, and to accommodate new developments in tobacco products and related items. The revisions include banning smoking in public places, which will now extend to e-cigarettes. Additionally, penalties for selling tobacco products to minors will be increased. To prevent minors from accessing tobacco products, the bill also introduces measures to ban tobacco advertising and promotions, as well as prohibiting the depiction of smoking in videos, audio-visual TV programs, and computer games. Moreover, safety regulations for e-cigarette refill mechanisms will also be introduced.
Niemelinco added that the draft also includes new regulations on the packaging and labeling of heated tobacco products, requiring mandatory use of graphic health warnings.
The document also prohibits doctors from receiving any donations from the tobacco industry, and prohibits the promotion of any tobacco products or related products as alternatives to smoking.
The legislative amendment will be gradually implemented three months after its publication in the Official Gazette (Monitorul Oficial) and will continue until 2027, including provisions for new requirements on product labels and packaging.
We welcome news tips, article submissions, interview requests, or comments on this piece.
Please contact us at info@2firsts.com, or reach out to Alan Zhao, CEO of 2Firsts, on LinkedIn
Notice
1. This article is intended solely for professional research purposes related to industry, technology, and policy. Any references to brands or products are made purely for objective description and do not constitute any form of endorsement, recommendation, or promotion by 2Firsts.
2. The use of nicotine-containing products — including, but not limited to, cigarettes, e-cigarettes, nicotine pouchand heated tobacco products — carries significant health risks. Users are responsible for complying with all applicable laws and regulations in their respective jurisdictions.
3. This article is not intended to serve as the basis for any investment decisions or financial advice. 2Firsts assumes no direct or indirect liability for any inaccuracies or errors in the content.
4. Access to this article is strictly prohibited for individuals below the legal age in their jurisdiction.
Copyright
This article is either an original work created by 2Firsts or a reproduction from third-party sources with proper attribution. All copyrights and usage rights belong to 2Firsts or the original content provider. Unauthorized reproduction, distribution, or any other form of unauthorized use by any individual or organization is strictly prohibited. Violators will be held legally accountable.
For copyright-related inquiries, please contact: info@2firsts.com
AI Assistance Disclaimer
This article may have been enhanced using AI tools to improve translation and editorial efficiency. However, due to technical limitations, inaccuracies may occur. Readers are encouraged to refer to the cited sources for the most accurate information.
We welcome any corrections or feedback. Please contact us at: info@2firsts.com
