COP11 Wrap-Up: The WHO Loses Control Over Its Prohibitionist Agenda
November 25, 2025 by worldvapersalliance.com
COP11 Wrap-Up: The WHO Loses Control Over Its Prohibitionist Agenda
The WHO held COP11, its tobacco control conference, facing pushback against strict measures targeting vaping and nicotine products. Countries like New Zealand, Albania, and Serbia advocated for harm reduction over prohibition, leading to softened regulations. The EU's internal conflict was exposed when some nations resisted global bans. COP11 ended with voluntary guidelines, signaling a rejection of the top-down model. The FCTC Secretariat postponed decisions to COP12. Despite some progress in harm reduction advocacy, transparency and consumer inclusion issues persist. Demands for evidence-based policies continue amidst a call for WHO accountability and EU negotiations scrutiny. Accelerating momentum for change is crucial at this juncture.
