Tobacco and Alcohol guidelines
Tobacco
Guidance for tobacco advertising
Tobacco advertising is subject to strict and varying regulations across different countries.
Tobacco advertising is subject to strict and varied regulations across different countries. Most countries worldwidearound the world have implementedbanned bansall on tobacco advertising, significantly influenced by the World Health Organization (WHO) Framework Convention on Tobacco Control (FCTC), adopted in 2003. This treaty plays a vital role in global tobacco control efforts, aiming to reduce tobacco use through various strategies. One of the most impactful strategies is the prohibitionforms of tobacco advertising, promotion,both direct and sponsorship.indirect. TheseAs the regulatory landscape continues to evolve, even minor violations can result in severe legal penalties, financial loss, or reputational damage.
It is essential to assess the legal environment of each market before launching any tobacco-related advertising banscampaigns.
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The map uses the following color coding to reflect legal conditions for FCTC initiatives is crucial in our efforts to promote a healthier, smoke-free future. From July 11, 2023, a new set of measures to protect the population from tobacco and ENDS came into effect: The ban on advertising of HTP devices, e-cigarettes, and e-liquids e-cigarette, e-liquid content, requirements in accordance with Directive 2014/40/EU. It is no longer legal to advertise the devices in any form, closing the loophole that may have existed before. It also include Ukraine ads:
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Alcohol
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All tobacco advertisements must receive legal approval before launching any campaign. Approval is valid only for the specific country that was reviewed.
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