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Guyana to Block Vape Product Imports Amid Youth Health Concerns

Bloomberg Markets Sunday 18 October 2026, 01:49 UTC By Denis Chabrol and Mie Dahl 1 min read
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Guyana will ban imports of vaping products, tightening restrictions on electronic cigarettes as concern rises about their growing use and health risks, President Irfaan Ali said Saturday.

Guyana will ban imports of vaping products, tightening restrictions on electronic cigarettes as concern rises about their growing use and health risks, President Irfaan Ali said Saturday.
Guyana (LOCATION) Irfaan Ali (PERSON)
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