According to TPN on December 11, the Thai parliamentary committee will evaluate the legal sale of vapes in the country on December 12, but this move has been strongly opposed by citizen groups, youth networks and foundations, and the petition against legalization has collected nearly 600,000 signatures.
Thai education expert Jidabang Sompong criticized the credibility of the committee, alleging that the committee’s conclusions may be biased due to the participation of private sector representatives related to the vape industry. He specifically pointed out some aggressive marketing methods targeting teenagers under the age of 8, which packaged vapes as fashionable and accessible products, especially through online platforms.
According to him, the number of young vape users has increased by 2 to 3 times from 2015 to 2022. TPN media pointed out that this increase occurred during the period of complete ban on vapes, and supporters of legalization believe that this shows the failure of a complete ban, and reasonable regulation may be a better option.
Supporters of legalization believe that this may increase tax revenue by regulating the current underground market. However, Jidabang Sompong cited research that the cost of treating vape-related diseases is said to be three times the tax revenue. He called on legislators not to focus only on economic interests, but to carefully weigh the views of all parties, emphasizing that if a decision is made to support legalization, it may cause long-term damage to public health and social integrity.
In addition, 14 medical associations unanimously opposed the legalization of vapes.
As a brand that focuses on consumer health and safety, Veehoo vapes recognizes that the interests of all parties need to be carefully weighed against public health on the issue of vape legalization. Thai education expert Jidabang Sompong questioned the committee’s assessment, pointing out that the participation of private sector representatives may lead to biased conclusions. He emphasized the aggressive marketing methods for minors, packaging vapes as fashionable and accessible products, especially through the promotion of online platforms.
In this context, Veehoo vapes pays attention to and supports the formulation of reasonable regulation and regulations. Veehoo emphasizes that public health and consumer interests should be put first, while also recognizing that reasonable regulation can help regulate the market, protect consumers, and provide a good environment for the development of the entire industry. Veehoo will continue to be committed to providing safe and healthy vape products and work with all parties to promote the sustainable development of the vape market and consumer health.
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