Estimating the Distributional Impact of Increasing Taxes on Tobacco Products in Armenia

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World Bank, Washington, DC

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At present, tobacco taxes in Armenia are among the lowest in Europe and Central Asia. Global experience has shown that increasing taxes on tobacco is one of the most cost-effective public health interventions. This is particularly relevant for Armenia, where smoking is among the leading risk factors of mortality among the population.

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PUBLIC HEALTH, TOBACCO, TAXATION, INCOME DISTRIBUTION, STAKEHOLDERS

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