Trans-Pacific Partnership talks hit roadblock over anti-smoking policies - The Globe and Mail

Trans-Pacific Partnership talks hit roadblock over anti-smoking policies - The Globe and Mail:

 "The Trans-Pacific Partnership debate over tobacco became heated over the weekend, after U.S. Trade Representative Michael Froman announced a new position that would allow legal challenges against a country’s anti-smoking policies. Mr. Froman said the change was inspired by extensive consultation with Congress and U.S. stakeholders, and the U.S. Department of Health said it was an important step forward for public health.

But critics said the change was a victory for tobacco lobbyists, because it reversed the original U.S. position of creating a “safe harbour” in the TPP so countries could adopt anti-tobacco measures without fear of legal reprisal.

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