Protecting the Health Security of Consumers by Enforcing the Role of the Regulatory Authority for the Tobacco Market and Products Tobacco in Algerian Law.

Abstract

Tobacco is one of the most economically valuable commodities, but its indiscriminate consumption poses a risk to public health. The state therefore intervenes strongly to protect consumers. This includes raising taxes on tobacco, passing laws banning its promotion and advertising, and banning smoking in public places. However, increasing tobacco taxes can reduce consumption, leading to a decline in activity and limited competition in the industry. Balancing competition in the tobacco market with the goal of protecting public health is a major challenge. To address this, the Algerian legislature has established an independent authority to regulate the tobacco market. The effectiveness of this authority in implementing independent and effective economic control of the tobacco market, while taking into account consumer health, is examined.