Tobacco's Global Grip: How Rules Are Trying to Catch Up

Tobacco is still a big problem around the world. It causes a lot of sickness and death. The World Health Organisation has rules to control it. These rules are called Articles 9 and 10. They focus on what's inside tobacco products and what they release. But putting these rules into action is hard. Tobacco companies try to interfere. New tobacco products keep popping up. It's tricky to control how appealing, addictive, and toxic these products are. Many countries don't have the right tools to test them. There are also legal and political hurdles. Plus, different countries' rules don't always work well together.Still, it's important to tackle these issues. Over 7 million people die from tobacco each year. Strong rules can help save lives. Countries need to make these articles part of their own laws. They should build better testing labs. Working together is key. Sharing knowledge and skills can make a big difference. By facing these challenges head-on, countries can make a real dent in the tobacco epidemic. It's a tough fight, but it's worth it.