Tobacco Member Forum: Plain Packaging May Impact Other Sector

Continuing the effort on the tobacco-related advocacy, the Tobacco Member Forum recently met at EuroCham on 11 August 2017 to discuss several concerning issues. Chaired by Mr. Wilson Andrew (Sampoerna), the Member Forum addressed plain packaging issue, which has been implemented in other foreign countries. As this policy have domino effect on other sectors, the Member Forum will plan an event on Plain Packaging that will invite members from other Member Forum and Working Groups.

Furthermore, elaborated the importance of innovation and technology for economic growth within EuroCham members. Such is related to the invention of electronic cigarettes produced by member companies. The Member Forum will support other working groups that also emphasize innovation and technology for their business.

Additionally, the Member Forum also addressed PMK 182/2016, which obliges companies documents requirements for goods with value more than 1500 USD. The Member Forum will support the Transport and Logistics Working Group advocacy effort on this policy.

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