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Maldives Bans Smoking for Future Generations Starting 2025

11/3/2025

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The Maldives has enacted a generational smoking ban prohibiting tobacco use for anyone born after January 1, 2007, effective November 1, 2025.
The ban covers all tobacco forms and requires retailers to verify customers’ ages.
The Maldives also maintains a strict ban on electronic cigarettes.
The government plans anti-smoking clinics.
The cash rewards aim to incentivize smoking elimination on islands.

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Story summary

The Maldives has enacted a generational smoking ban prohibiting tobacco use for anyone born after January 1, 2007, effective November 1, 2025.
The ban covers all tobacco forms and requires retailers to verify customers’ ages.
The Maldives also maintains a strict ban on electronic cigarettes.
The government plans anti-smoking clinics.
The cash rewards aim to incentivize smoking elimination on islands.