Tobacco Use Reduction
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BusinessWhich Body Should Maldives Trust on Regulating Nicotine Pouches?
Two major health regulators have reached opposite conclusions about nicotine pouches. Both claim to be evidence-based. This contradiction becomes even more striking when you examine what they actually agree on.
ReportHas the Revised Duty Helped Create a More Balanced Market?
A 2026 cut in cigarette import duties has successfully reduced the prevalence of illicit tobacco in the Maldives. Retailers report a significant shift as consumers move toward legal brands, narrowing the gap between regulated and smuggled products. This policy supports the government's broader goal of strengthening the legal economy.