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Big tobacco is exploiting fears of the illicit market to unwind health gains, Australian experts warn
- Health groups say the tobacco industry is reshaping public debate to cut government tobacco excise in Australia.
- The inquiry included a secret hearing with Philip Morris executives, ending a long precedent in WHO agreement.
- Officials warn illicit tobacco could wipe out legal products by 2030 and undermine health gains.
- The coalition says public officials should protect health policy from tobacco industry interference.
- Public health groups warn lowering excise could boost tobacco industry profits and smoking rates.
- Australia’s health department guidance urges limited official interaction with tobacco executives.
- The letter urges transparency and continued tobacco levies and education campaigns.
- Health groups criticized the secret evidence platform for tobacco lobbyists in parliament.
- The campaign highlights that illicit tobacco is primarily an enforcement and health issue, not a tax issue.
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