Switzerland

Switzerland's Basel City government rejects disposable e-cigarette ban, citing conflict with higher laws but shows sympathy towards prohibition.

Swiss police confiscate 96kg of e-cigarette products worth over $22,000 in a store for violating tobacco laws.

Swiss National Council decides on tobacco advertising ban implementation after facing difficulties, sparking debate on freedom and public health.

PMI recently addressed the ongoing controversy regarding its continued sale of cigarettes on LinkedIn, emphasizing that achieving a smoke-free future requires reducing demand for cigarettes rather than an outright ban. The company's Chief Communications Officer said that simply halting cigarette sales will not solve the demand issue but will instead drive the market toward illegal trade or other brands.

Switzerland's Valais canton has announced a ban on the sale of disposable vapes, citing concerns over youth protection and environmental impact. A nationwide ban on such products is still under discussion.

A Swiss canton has voted to ban the sale of disposable vapes, potentially becoming the first in the country to enact such a ban, as federal officials also consider a nationwide restriction.

Philip Morris International (PMI) announced a strong performance in its Q3 2024 report, with nearly 400 billion units shipped worldwide.