A beacon of reason in a ideological war | GFN26 Closing remarks by Konstantinos Farsalinos
June 10, 2026 by gfn.tv
A beacon of reason in a ideological war | GFN26 Closing remarks by Konstantinos Farsalinos
Public health loses credibility when ideology takes priority over evidence, empathy and real-world outcomes. The closing remarks from GFN26 call for a return to harm reduction principles: meeting people where they are, protecting access to safer alternatives and recognising adult autonomy. In nicotine policy, the goal should be reducing smoking-related disease — not punishing people who use nicotine. Evidence-based regulation must defend both public health and the right to make informed choices.
