Cigarette Quote by Andre Calantzopoulos
“It's pretty clear that we will need measures to accelerate the conversion to new products. Governments can either make measures even worse for cigarettes or do something different on these new zero-risk products to show consumers they are different. I think they should do both.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Public statement on tobacco regulation, 2023
Governments should regulate both harmful cigarettes and emerging low‑risk products, using distinct policies to guide consumer perception.
In simple terms: Regulate cigarettes and new low‑risk products differently.
Key Takeaway
Adopt balanced, product‑specific regulations.
Themes
public health
regulation
consumer perception
Mood
concerned
optimistic
Type
policy
public health
When to use this quote
- legislation drafting
- public health campaigns
- industry compliance
- consumer education
Key Concepts
risk management
policy design
market dynamics
Questions to Reflect On
- What incentives can encourage companies to adopt low‑risk products?
- How can regulators avoid unintended consequences?
A Different Perspective
Balancing regulation may be politically challenging and industry‑resistant.
