"Disease and Death Causing"... Mexico Bans All Sales of Electronic Cigarettes

On 'World No Tobacco Day,' President Signs Executive Order Banning E-Cigarette Distribution

At a press conference on the 31st (local time), the President of Mexico holds up an electronic cigarette.
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[Asia Economy Intern Reporter Kim Nayeon] Mexico has decided to completely ban the sale of electronic cigarettes.

Andres Manuel Lopez Obrador, President of Mexico, signed a presidential decree banning the distribution and marketing of electronic cigarettes during a regular press conference on the 31st (local time), which is 'World No Tobacco Day.'

The government explained that although Mexico had previously banned the import and export of electronic cigarettes by presidential decree in October last year, companies continued to sell their electronic cigarette stock, prompting additional measures this time.

Hugo Lopez-Gatell, Mexico's Deputy Minister of Health, stated, "Electronic cigarettes are also tobacco products, harmful to health and cause diseases and death," adding, "We will prevent these harmful products from circulating within Mexico."

President Lopez Obrador brought a pink disposable electronic cigarette to the press conference and said, "Look at this color and design," pointing out that electronic cigarettes are aggressively targeting young people with attractive designs.

The World Health Organization (WHO) recommends regulation, stating that electronic cigarettes contain nicotine and other toxic substances, posing risks to both smokers and those exposed to secondhand smoke.

According to WHO, the sale of electronic cigarettes is currently banned in more than 30 countries worldwide.

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