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President Warns of New Nicotine Products Targeting Maldivian Youth

In a World No Tobacco Day message, President Dr. Mohamed Muizzu highlighted anti-tobacco reforms including the electronic cigarette ban and a generational tobacco ban, while warning of flavoured nicotine pouches and AI-driven marketing aimed at youth. He said the government would continue strengthening tobacco control policies, expanding cessation services and introducing further legislative reforms.

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  • The World Health Organization awarded President Muizzu its World No Tobacco Day Special Recognition Award. In 2025 The Standard In 2025, the World Health Organization (WHO) awarded President Muizzu its World No Tobacco Day Special Recognition Award in acknowledgement of his leadership in advancing tobacco control measures.

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