Syria

COMMENTS: SNS 2656/2006, Tobacco and Tobacco Products: Cigarettes (First Revision) regulates the appearance of cigarettes and cigarette packaging, including required health warnings.

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COMMENTS: This is the primary tobacco control law in Syria. It addresses the ban of smoking and sales of tobacco products in a list of areas; provides rules for smoking areas; provides some guidance on packaging and labeling; and bans publicity and advertisement of tobacco products or their use. The Decree also defines penalties for violations of its provisions.

COMMENTS: Ministry of Local Administration Circular No. 12 prohibits e-cigarette sale; use; and advertising, promotion, and sponsorship.