During his address in Raa atoll Ungoofaaru, President Muizzu acknowledged public concerns about why tobacco was not banned alongside vaping. He said that tobacco has been used in the Maldives for a long time, and an immediate ban would have been difficult.
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President Muizzu welcomed by the residents of Raa atoll Ungoofaaru -- Photo: President's Office
Malika Shahid
2025-01-22 09:34:26
President Dr Mohamed Muizzu has responded to criticism over the recent ban on vaping under the Tobacco Control Act, and said that the decision was not driven by commercial interests.
President Muizzu also explained why tobacco was not included in the ban.
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