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June 06, 2024 by hongkongfp.com

Hong Kong announces plan to ban e-cigarettes

Hong Kong plans a blanket ban on e-cigarettes due to health concerns among youth, two years after banning their import and sale. The Secretary for Health announced the ban, extending to possession for personal use with strict penalties. The proposal also includes restrictions on smoking in public spaces and sharing cigarettes with minors. Authorities aim to introduce the ban and other measures to the legislature this year, following global trends in e-cigarette regulation. The ultimate goal is to reduce smoking rates to 7.8% by 2024.