Campaigners warn of complacency after tobacco triumph

6-Mar-2003

Industry campaigners have urged the industry to remain vigilant following last week's victory in the battle to save duty-free tobacco sales

Although the Framework Convention on Tobacco Control now only suggests that countries consider restricting or prohibiting sales, lobbyists have earmarked certain regions where those suggestions may be heeded, and are urging the industry to continue its financial support for the campaign.
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