Tobacco giants are pushing hard for massive cigarette tax cuts, with political leaders now echoing their calls — even as public health experts warn it could fuel addiction and illegal sales. With profits slashed by cheap, untaxed imports, industry lobbyists are turning to politicians who still accept their funding, arguing regulation must be “reasonable.” But WHO and health advocates say higher taxes are the proven path to reducing smoking — and backing down now could undo decades of progress.
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