On February 12, 2025, the Bulgarian Parliament approved in the first reading a law that provides for a total ban on the sale, distribution, and advertising of electronic cigarettes, both disposable and rechargeable, as well as related accessories, including those without nicotine. The proposal received unanimous support, with 197 votes in favor and none against. The decision was driven by growing concerns over the widespread use of electronic cigarettes among young people and the associated health risks. Bulgaria, which has one of the highest rates of adult smokers in Europe, has seen a significant increase in the use of [...]

Russia is preparing to completely ban electronic cigarettes, both with and without nicotine. The proposal, supported by the Ministry of Health, aims to counter the rise of vaping among young people and protect public health. Since 2023, Russia has progressively tightened restrictions on the use and sale of electronic cigarettes and vaping devices. As of June 1, 2023, online sales of e-cigarettes have been prohibited, along with their display in physical retail outlets. Furthermore, starting from March 2024, the production, storage, import, and export of vaping products, whether they contain nicotine or not, require a specific license, and certain [...]

The government of Vietnam has announced a total ban on electronic cigarettes and heated tobacco products. This decision was made to protect public health, with a particular focus on young people, and comes in response to growing concerns about the rise of vaping among minors. Despite the lack of specific regulations until now, the Ministry of Health has pushed for decisive action, highlighting the risks associated with the uncontrolled spread of these products. The ban also aims to prevent social issues linked to illicit and unsupervised use. With this measure, Vietnam aligns itself with other Asian countries that are [...]