Armenia Could Impose Major Fines Under Proposed Smoke-Free Law
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Armenia could impose fines of AMD 50,000 (apx. $103) for smoking and AMD 800,000 ($1656) for advertising tobacco products in public places, Deputy Health Minister Lena Nanushyan has revealed, Yerkir Media reports.
A person who holds a public office could be fined AMD 200,000 if they fail to take necessary measures if the law on cigarettes is violated in their territory.
According to Nanushyan, the anti-smoking bill is still under development.
She added that smoking in any public space will be banned altogether.
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