According to the Canarian Weekly on July 18th, the government of the Canary Islands in Spain will maintain and increase taxes on e-cigarettes and vaping products in the 2025 budget. Finance Minister Matilde Asián announced this decision during a parliamentary committee meeting.
This decision is a continuation from the 2024 budget, when the Canary Islands became the first region in Spain to impose a tax of 0.10 euros per milliliter on e-cigarette liquid, regardless of its nicotine content.
Xi'an emphasized that this demonstrates the government's commitment to public health and hopes to soon implement similar tax regulations across Europe.
Melodie Mendoza of the Socialist Party of Gomera (ASG) expressed concerns about e-cigarettes and vaporizing devices, calling them "deceptive gateway for youth smoking," as these products are often designed to resemble toys and come in sweet flavors. Mendoza agreed with the recent move by the Health Department to regulate e-cigarettes similarly to traditional tobacco products.
Mendosa believes that the potential benefits of increasing e-cigarette excise taxes include a deterrent effect and providing additional revenue for healthcare services. She advocates for reducing use and funding health programs through higher taxes.
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