一国宣布实施“世代禁烟令”

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][2] - This ban applies to both Maldivian citizens and foreign tourists, making the Maldives the first country globally to enforce such a law [1][2] - Retailers are required to verify the birth dates of purchasers, with penalties of 50,000 Maldivian Rufiyaa (approximately $3,200) for selling tobacco products to those who do not meet the age requirement [2] Group 2 - The initiative was proposed by President Mohamed Muiz earlier in the year, aiming to protect public health and foster a smoke-free generation [2] - 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 Rufiyaa (approximately $320) for using e-cigarette devices [2] - Other countries have attempted similar generational smoking bans, with New Zealand passing a related law in December 2022, which was later repealed in November 2023, and the UK is still in the legislative process for a similar bill [2]