A global health expert and anti-smoking advocate for more than 30 years, Derek Yach is the owner of Global Health Strategies. Previously, Yach was the director of the Foundation for a Smoke-Free World and a World Health Organization cabinet director and executive director for noncommunicable diseases and mental health. He was deeply involved with the development of the Framework Convention on Tobacco Control. On this page we feature a selection of Yach’s contributions to Tobacco Reporter.
Illicit Cigarettes Still Increasing in Philippines
Illicit cigarettes can be purchased for three to four pesos per stick less than legal cigarettes.
Philip Morris Voluntarily Delists from Pakistan Stock Exchange
The Pakistan Stock Exchange accepted Philip Morris’ voluntary delisting request.
Six Manufacturers Appeal MDOs
Six manufacturers have filed appeals against FDA MDOs.
Survey: Most Policy Experts Misidentify Nicotine Risks
A multi-market survey shows that most policy experts continue to misidentify the risks of nicotine.
PMI Announces $37M Upgrade to Wilson, N.C. Facility
The Wilson factory currently produces HEETS for IQOS 3.0. The new investment will add a production line for TEREA, the consumables for IQOS ILUMA.
EU Commissioner Accuses Tobacco Industry of Misleading Policymakers
“They mislead policymakers about the risks of these new products, just as they did with light cigarettes in the past.”
