- The Philippines will implement new vaperegulations in June, requiring all vapesto be registered with relevant agencies. The Deputy Minister of Trade and Industry revealed that at least three companies have completed the registration application.
- In April 2024, China’s vapeexports to Russia were about 19.96 million US dollars, a decrease of 25.62% month-on-month and 43.80% year-on-year; the export volume was about 319 tons, a decrease of 48.15% month-on-month and 56.19% year-on-year.
- Wuma Technology announced that it had reached an exclusive distribution agreement with Dank Pack, a major cannabis product manufacturer in South Africa. Both parties stated that the cooperation will promote the development of the South African cannabis industry.
- Multiple data show that the global youth smoking rate has declined, but the use rate of vapes has increased significantly, surpassing traditional cigarettes and becoming the main nicotine product used by teenagers.
- A British survey showed that 1/5 of professional football players use nicotine bags or tobacco granules, and deliberately concealing their use may cause health problems.
- The Brazilian federal police uncovered a large-scale vapesmuggling case, seizing more than 7,500 vapes. The authorities suspended the sales activities of related companies and blocked online platform accounts.
- British American Tobacco’s Korean branch said it would strengthen the ban on smoking among minors, strictly implement labeling and age verification systems, and promote smoke-free alternatives.