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WHO Framework Convention on Tobacco Control. Policy options and recommendations: Articles 17 and 18

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WHO

Document title

WHO Framework Convention on Tobacco Control. Policy options and recommendations: Articles 17 and 18

Year of publication

2013

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Abstract

"The WHO Framework Convention on Tobacco Control (WHO FCTC) enshrines a comprehensive range of multisectoral evidence-based measures that aim to reduce tobacco use and exposure to tobacco smoke. At the same time, it also recognizes the need to promote economically viable alternatives to tobacco production as a way to prevent possible adverse social and economic impacts on populations whose livelihoods depend on tobacco production. Moreover, Parties agreed to have due regard to the protection of the environment and the health of persons in respect of tobacco cultivation and manufacture".