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Smoking for the state

In 18 countries, tobacco isn't just big business — it's government business. A global investigation examines how state-ownership of cigarette companies influences public health.
The Examination
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The Examination
Big tobacco
Smoking for the state

How China became addicted to its tobacco monopoly

For two decades, China Tobacco has undermined a landmark anti-smoking treaty. Millions more deaths are predicted as a result.

September 13, 2023
The Examination
Big tobacco
Smoking for the state

Cheap cigarettes, misleading marketing and interference by a tobacco monopoly

Six ways China has side-stepped the global anti-tobacco treaty

September 13, 2023

China's unwavering tobacco addiction

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