Kyrgyzstan approves e-cigarette ban, adjusts fines
June 27, 2024 by daryo.uz
Kyrgyzstan approves e-cigarette ban, adjusts fines
Kyrgyzstan has approved a bill banning e-cigarettes to combat health concerns. The fines for violations include: a reduced fine of $115 for personal use, $692 for corporations, $576.74 for selling, and $1,730 to $2,307 for importing. Lawmakers emphasized balancing deterrence and fairness, reducing fines for personal use.
26.10% of the adult population are current smokers. There are approximately 1.1 million current smokers in Kyrgyzstan 50.10% of men are current smokers but only 3.30% of women.
SOURCE: GSTHR
