Maldives begins enforcing the new generation ‘no smoking’ law, becoming the first country in the world. Starting from 1 November.
Maldives introduces smoking ban For those born after January 1, 2007 and became the first country in the world that use such regulations As revealed by the Maldives Ministry of Health
The measure was initiated by President Mohamed Mouizzou, ordering the law to come into effect from 1 November, with the aim of “Protect health and encourage the new generation to stay away from cigarettes.”
Under the new law Persons born on January 1, 2007 or later. It will be banned from buying and selling all types of cigarette products within the Maldives. At the same time, stores must clearly verify the age of buyers before selling.
The penalty for selling cigarettes to minors is a fine of 50,000 rupiyas (104,000 baht), while the use of vaping devices is a fine of 5,000 rupiyas (10,400 baht).
refer : The Straits Times
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