According to the Vietnamese news agency, e-cigarettes and heated tobacco have become new focus points. The Ministry of Health in Vietnam recently issued a notice to provincial and municipal People's Committees, requesting them to coordinate and guide the implementation of anti-smoking laws and the national anti-smoking strategy to address World No Tobacco Day (May 31) and National No Smoking Week (May 25-31).
Specifically, the Ministry of Health is requiring each region to develop and implement the provincial government's anti-smoking strategic plan until 2030, in order to reduce smoking rates as a measure of the region's economic and social development. The anti-smoking battle will then be integrated into the region's other strategies, plans, and projects. Each region should also establish a well-functioning anti-smoking action plan leadership team, clearly defining the specific responsibilities of team members, and issuing regulations on the responsibilities and coordination mechanisms of anti-smoking work to ensure its effective implementation.
Provincial and municipal people's committees have been instructed to guide the integration of anti-smoking activities into social development movements, such as "the entire nation coming together to construct new rural areas and civilized cities," and the "the entire nation coming together to build a cultural life" movement, expanding smoke-free zones in neighborhoods, parks, towns, government offices, and businesses.
The Ministry of Health also requires local authorities to further promote the inclusion of anti-smoking laws in annual activity plans, include regulations prohibiting smoking in workplaces in internal regulations of institutions and units, and display no-smoking signs in smoking prohibited areas.
Furthermore, each region should fully leverage the role of anti-smoking volunteers' network, encourage and guide citizens to strictly adhere to the laws and actively participate in anti-smoking activities. Law enforcement agencies need to strengthen inspections, checks, and handling of violations of anti-smoking laws, conduct regular specialized multi-departmental inspections of anti-smoking laws, and enhance the capacity of law enforcement personnel.
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
