Tobacco

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President Dr. Mohamed Muizzu speaks during a press conference held on Monday.

Public backlash grows as government signals a policy U-turn on cigarette duties, less than a month after the President pledged not to lower them

Health Minister Abdulla Nazim Ibrahim has stated that discussions are currently underway regarding a potential ban on shisha in the Maldives. | RaajjeMV

Maldives to ban shisha

A cigarette lit inside an ashtray placed on top of a cigarette box with instructions from health experts.

Economic impact of sudden tobacco price hikes persists a year later

22 individuals were penalized in different cases related to vaping, in July.

Vape-related fines total MVR 127,000 in July