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Increasing tobacco taxes can save thousands of lives and channel more funds into education. Higher taxes for fewer smokers and more resources for education.

Increasing tobacco taxes can save thousands of lives and channel more funds into education. Higher taxes for fewer smokers and more resources for education. #IncreaseTobaccoTax
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Higher tobacco taxes can lead to a healthier, smarter future; less smoking, more learning, and better health for all. Let's invest in education and public health, not harm.

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Despite bans, tobacco ads and products still plague sales points in Pakistan, risking our youth's health. From visible promotions to unchecked digital marketing, we urgently need stricter enforcement. Let’s protect our future.

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Raising tobacco taxes will cut smoking rates and boost public health, while also providing vital funds in tough economic times. A win for health and fiscal responsibility.

Raising tobacco taxes will cut smoking rates and boost public health, while also providing vital funds in tough economic times. A win for health and fiscal responsibility. #IncreaseTobaccoTax
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Despite known risks, tobacco claims 160,000 lives yearly in Pakistan. Raising taxes can save lives, reduce healthcare costs, and aid low-income families. It's time for change.

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Health experts warn that modern tobacco products like e-cigarettes and nicotine pouches are just as harmful as traditional cigarettes, and their popularity among youth is alarming. It's time for immediate action to protect our youth and economy.

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Raising tobacco taxes proves a strong strategy to curb smoking by passing higher costs to consumers, making smoking less appealing. This method shows great promise in reducing smoking rates in Pakistan.

Raising tobacco taxes proves a strong strategy to curb smoking by passing higher costs to consumers, making smoking less appealing. This method shows great promise in reducing smoking rates in Pakistan. #IncreaseTobaccoTax
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Public health groups in Pakistan advocate for higher tobacco taxes to make cigarettes less affordable, aiming to cut smoking rates and boost public health.

Public health groups in Pakistan advocate for higher tobacco taxes to make cigarettes less affordable, aiming to cut smoking rates and boost public health. #IncreaseTobaccoTax
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Nearly 24 million adults worldwide use tobacco, per the Global Adult Tobacco Survey. Support higher tobacco taxes to combat this issue. Join PACT in advocating for change in Pakistan.

Nearly 24 million adults worldwide use tobacco, per the Global Adult Tobacco Survey. Support higher tobacco taxes to combat this issue. Join PACT in advocating for change in Pakistan. #IncreaseTobaccoTax
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According to research reports, tobacco taxation can have a multifaceted effect on Pakistan's economy, which includes influencing not only tobacco consumption patterns but also broader indicators like employment and manufacturing output.

According to research reports, tobacco taxation can have a multifaceted effect on Pakistan's economy, which includes influencing not only tobacco consumption patterns but also broader indicators like employment and manufacturing output.
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In Pakistan, the economic toll of smoking—linked to major diseases like heart issues, cancer, and respiratory conditions—costs a hefty sum of our GDP each year. It's time to foster healthier habits for a stronger economy.

In Pakistan, the economic toll of smoking—linked to major diseases like heart issues, cancer, and respiratory conditions—costs a hefty sum of our GDP each year. It's time to foster healthier habits for a stronger economy. #IncreaseTobaccoTax
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Cigarette prices in Pakistan skyrocketed after a significant tax increase in 2023. With packs costing 2.5 times more, many smokers are finding the habit less appealing. This price jump could be a key factor in reducing tobacco use in the country.

Cigarette prices in Pakistan skyrocketed after a significant tax increase in 2023. With packs costing 2.5 times more, many smokers are finding the habit less appealing. This price jump could be a key factor in reducing tobacco use in the country.
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Raising tobacco taxes not only deters smoking but also boosts Pakistan's healthcare funding. More money for hospitals, clinics, and health education.

Raising tobacco taxes not only deters smoking but also boosts Pakistan's healthcare funding. More money for hospitals, clinics, and health education. #IncreaseTobaccoTax
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Let's boost Pakistan's economy! Proposing a health levy on tobacco to curb inflation. It's time for a positive change!

Let's boost Pakistan's economy!  Proposing a health levy on tobacco to curb inflation. It's time for a positive change! #IncreaseTobaccoTax
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Govt of Pakistan should raise the Federal Excise Duty on tobacco in 2024 to boost revenue and reduce health risks. Let's back this vital step toward a healthier society. for a better future.

Govt of Pakistan should raise the Federal Excise Duty on tobacco in 2024 to boost revenue and reduce health risks. Let's back this vital step toward a healthier society. #IncreaseTobaccoTax for a better future.
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Higher tobacco taxes may discourage smoking habits, but they also play a vital role in funding healthcare services. It's a win-win situation for public health and Pakistan's economy. Let's work together to promote healthier habits and a stronger economy.

Higher tobacco taxes may discourage smoking habits, but they also play a vital role in funding healthcare services. It's a win-win situation for public health and Pakistan's economy. Let's work together to promote healthier habits and a stronger economy.
#IncreaseTobaccoTax
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