Banning line reversed in EU - no common position yet for COP11
The EU has still not managed to find a common position for the WHO meeting on the tobacco convention that starts next week.
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International scientists: “WHO risks lives by opposing smoke-free alternatives”
Leading scientists from several countries accuse the WHO of discouraging smoke-free alternatives such as e-cigarettes, snus and nicotine pouches - products that research shows can reduce the risks of nicotine use and help millions of smokers quit.
Swedish retailers warn: EU proposal threatens thousands of shops
A ban on snuff boxes, fewer shops to shop in and higher prices for smokeless nicotine products could all become a reality if the European Commission's approach to the WHO's revision of its tobacco convention is accepted. Now the industry organisation warns...
"Officials are expected to defend the Swedish harm reduction model"
Despite clear political messages, there are concerns that Swedish officials do not share the government's view on smoke-free nicotine alternatives. This could affect the outcome of a revised tobacco convention to be negotiated in November.
EU wants to lump smokeless nicotine with cigarettes - Sweden may be forced to change its line
The European Commission wants to ban or severely restrict access to e-cigarettes, nicotine pouches and heating products. A leaked working document for the upcoming WHO tobacco meeting shows that the Commission wants to regulate all nicotine products based on the same health risk.
WHO fateful meeting on snus, e-cigs and nicotine pouches cancelled
The planned meeting on the Tobacco Convention, COP10, in Panama City has been cancelled. The WHO Tobacco Control Secretariat announced this on its website. The reason is riots in the host country Panama.
