FEBRUARY 2011 - A new comprehensive tobacco control act, adopted by the National Congress on 9 June 2010, entered into force on 21 February 2011. 

The law introduces a complete ban on smoking in public places; strictly regulates sales to minors under 21 years of age; bans advertising and promotion of tobacco products; and calls for health warnings containing images.

DECEMBER 2010 - The Cabinet has approved a new Tobacco Control Decree in December 2010.

The Decree restricts advertising, sponsorship, and promotion of tobacco products; regulates the labelling of tobacco-product containers, restricts the nicotine and tar content of cigarettes; and bans the sale of cigarettes to persons younger than 18 years of age.