'Generational' smoking phaseout in Maldives faces cloudy future
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Source: Nikkei Asia
Published: 2026-04-03 08:00 UTC+10:00
Section: General
Factuality Score: 100
Opinion Category: Neutral
Topics: Politics, Education, World News, Asia Pacific
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A designated outdoor smoking area at Velana International Airport, the Maldives' main visitor gateway: President Mohamed Muizzu's government has expanded smoke-free spaces, banned e-cigarettes and tobacco advertising, increased tobacco taxes and boosted free smoking cessation programs. (Photo by Ashwa Faheem)
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