- In November 2023, China exported vapes to Russiato approximately US$69.24 million, a month-on-month increase of 138.90%, and a year-on-year decrease of 4.75%; the export volume was approximately 1,561 tons, a month-on-month increase of 152.58%, and a year-on-year increase of 16.03%.
- Philip Morris International plans to launch a tobacco-free stickcalled LEVIA. LEVIA is made from natural plant fibers and although it contains nicotine, it does not contain tobacco.
- The British official released the results of the investigation into the fire at the vapeDinner Lady factory, confirming that the fire was an accident caused by a defective lamp in the warehouse.
- The chairman of the British Independent VapeBusiness Association pointed out that the British vapemarket is estimated to be worth about US$3 billion to US$4 billion, and it is expected that the illegal market may account for two-thirds of the total market.
- The Social Policy Committee of the Kyrgyz Parliament has passed on first reading a series of bills banning the use of vapes.
- Experts call on Nigeria to adopt Sweden’s smokeless tobacco economy and urge economic managers to adopt tobacco harm reduction policies to address the significant economic losses caused by combustible cigarettes in Nigeria.
- Irish Health Minister Stephen Donnelly said he plans to gradually ban smoking in Ireland.