TAPS ban
Tobacco Control Law in Nepal has completely prohibited tobacco companies from Tobacco advertisements, Promotions, and Sponsorships in any form. However, Surya Nepal Pvt. Ltd. has been engaged in TAPS activities, including CSR activities undermining the law. Particularly, SNPL has been sponsoring national-level GOLF tournaments in major cities in Nepal such as Kathmandu, Pokhara, Dharan, etc.
Key Facts
- Tobacco advertising increases consumption.
- Partial advertising bans do not work because tobacco companies use indirect advertising methods to circumvent bans.
- One-third of youth experimentation with tobacco is a result of exposure to tobacco advertising, promotion, and sponsorship.
- Article 13 of the World Health Organization’s Framework Convention on Tobacco Control requires parties to implement measures that allow for a comprehensive ban on direct and indirect tobacco advertising, promotion, and sponsorship.
- Comprehensive TAPS bans reduce tobacco consumption.
