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Panamá América Reports Constitutional Court Decision on E-Cigarettes
Panamá América Reports Constitutional Court Decision on E-Cigarettes
Panama's Supreme Court declares law banning e-cigarettes and vaping devices unconstitutional, sparking debate over legislative process.
Regulations
May.16
Elections for WHO FCTC COP10 and MOP3 Leadership Committees
Elections for WHO FCTC COP10 and MOP3 Leadership Committees
The 10th session of the COP10 was officially held in Panama City, with Dr. Reina Roa elected as chairperson.
Events
Feb.28
COP10: Establishing Expert Group to Address Environmental, Advertising Regulation, and Adolescent Addiction Issues
COP10: Establishing Expert Group to Address Environmental, Advertising Regulation, and Adolescent Addiction Issues
From February 5th to 10th, representatives from around the world gathered in Panama City for COP10 of the World Health Organization Framework Convention on Tobacco Control (WHO FCTC).
Events
Feb.19
Tobacco Control Conference in Panama: Focus on E-Cigarettes
Tobacco Control Conference in Panama: Focus on E-Cigarettes
The 10th World Conference on Tobacco Control in Panama focuses on tobacco advertising and new products, especially e-cigarettes.
Events
Feb.05
WHO COP10 and MOP3 Meetings Postponed to 2024
WHO COP10 and MOP3 Meetings Postponed to 2024
The World Health Organization announced that the 10th Conference of the Parties and the 3rd Meeting of the Parties for the FCTC and the Protocol have been postponed until 2024.
Events
Nov.10
Panama's Highest Court to Hear Lawsuit Against E-cigarette Ban
Panama's Highest Court to Hear Lawsuit Against E-cigarette Ban
Panama's Supreme Court will hear a lawsuit challenging the constitutionality of the ban on e-cigarettes and heated tobacco, seen as a positive step for tobacco harm reduction groups.
Regulations
Nov.08
Growing E-Cigarette Black Market in Panama, Majority are Counterfeits of Poor Quality
Growing E-Cigarette Black Market in Panama, Majority are Counterfeits of Poor Quality
Despite Panama's ban on e-cigarette sales, a consumer survey found 200,000 users or 5% of the population uses e-cigarette and disposable e-cigarettes being most popular.
Market
Jun.13
Panama City Beach imposes smoking ban on beaches
Panama City Beach imposes smoking ban on beaches
The Panama City Beach City Council approved a ban on smoking and vaping on city parks, public beach access points, and the Russell-Fields Pier.
Oct.19
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