Last updated: February 26, 2024

Key Terms

Tobacco Sponsorship

Term Not Defined
Analysis

The law does not contain a definition of “tobacco sponsorship.” Having no definition for this key term makes interpretation of many provisions This can also hamper the application and implementation of the ban. A definition of “tobacco sponsorship” should be provided in accordance with FCTC Art. 1(g).

FCTC-Based Definition

Any form of contribution to any event, activity, or individual with the aim, effect or likely effect of promoting a tobacco product or tobacco use directly or indirectly. (FCTC Art. 1(g))

Tobacco Advertising and Promotion

Term Not Defined
Analysis

The law does not contain a definition of “tobacco advertising and promotion.” Having no definition for this key term makes interpretation of many provisions difficult. This can also hamper the application and implementation of the ban. A definition of “tobacco advertising and promotion” should be provided in accordance with FCTC Art. 1(c).

FCTC-Based Definition

Any form of commercial communication, recommendation, or action with the aim, effect or likely effect of promoting a tobacco product or tobacco use either directly or indirectly. (FCTC Art. 1(c))

Tobacco Product

Term Not Defined
Analysis

The law does not contain a definition of “tobacco product.” Having no definition for this key term makes interpretation of many provisions This can also hamper the application and implementation of the ban. A definition of “tobacco product” should be provided in accordance with FCTC Art. 1(f).

FCTC-Based Definition

Any product entirely or partly made of the leaf tobacco as a raw material which is manufactured to be used for smoking, sucking, chewing, or snuffing. (FCTC Art. 1(f))