What is the Framework Convention on Tobacco Control?
The FCTC is the world's first public health treaty, adopted by the World Health Assembly in 2003 and entered into force in 2005. The treaty has been ratified by 182 countries, covering over 90% of the global population. The FCTC provides a comprehensive framework for tobacco control measures, including price and tax measures, public smoking bans, advertising restrictions, and anti-smuggling provisions.
