Rethinking Tobacco Taxes: Why Malaysia Needs a Risk-Based Approach Instead of Punishing Taxes
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Rethinking Tobacco Taxes: Why Malaysia Needs a Risk-Based Approach Instead of Punishing Taxes
KUALA LUMPUR, 8th August 2025 – As the government considers raising tobacco taxes in Budget 2026, the Consumer Choice Center urges policymakers to adopt a more effective and science-based approach. Risk-based taxation, where nicotine products are taxed according to their level of health risk, offers a practical solution that supports public health while avoiding unintended consequences such as the… Source
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