世界最严禁烟令！一国规定：2007年以后出生，均不得吸烟（含电子烟），外国游客也不例外

Group 1 - The Maldives has implemented a "Generational Smoking Ban" effective from November 1, 2023, prohibiting individuals born on or after January 1, 2007, from purchasing or using tobacco products [1][3] - The ban applies to both Maldivian citizens and foreign tourists, with retailers required to verify the birth date of purchasers [3] - Violations of the ban will incur a fine of 50,000 Maldivian Rufiyaa (approximately 3,200 USD) for selling tobacco products to the restricted age group [3] Group 2 - The Maldives is now the only country globally to enforce a "Generational Smoking Ban," following similar attempts in other nations, such as New Zealand, which passed a related law in December 2022 but repealed it in November 2023 [5] - The Maldives continues to enforce a comprehensive ban on the import, sale, possession, and use of all electronic cigarettes, with a fine of 5,000 Maldivian Rufiyaa (approximately 320 USD) for violations [3] - According to World Bank data, the male smoking rate in the Maldives was 42.2% in 2022, compared to 45.2% in China [5] Group 3 - In 2023, various regions in China have also introduced policies to strengthen smoking control, such as Shanghai's comprehensive indoor smoking ban and outdoor smoking restrictions in designated areas [5][7] - Shanghai's adult smoking rate has decreased to 18.6% in 2024, the lowest among provinces, although the secondhand smoke exposure rate remains at 37.9% [5] - Shenzhen has implemented a local standard for smoke-free environments, designating indoor workplaces, public transport, and specific outdoor areas as smoke-free [7]