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Increase in taxes on cigarettes and alternative products proposed by the EU

June 24, 2025

The European Union plans to increase tobacco taxes to reduce smoking in member states, aiming for less than 5% of smokers by 2040. The new taxes will also impact alternative tobacco products like e-cigarettes. The proposal includes specific tax thresholds and aims to enhance public health. Existing taxation policies will be revised to meet these goals.