Jump to full article: Gulf News (ae), 2003-04-11
Author: A Staff Reporter
Intro: The Abu Dhabi Cooperative Society has banned the sale of tobacco products to youngsters under 18.
The ban comes in partnership with Philip Morris Services S.A., one of the largest tobacco companies.
Part of Abu Dhabi Cooperative Society's Responsible Retailing Programme, the ban on sales of cigarettes to under-18s will be the first launched by a major retailer here.
Philip Morris Services, the market leader in the UAE will cooperate with the society, as an extension of its own youth smoking prevention programmes.
Faisal Al Arshi, Deputy General Manager of Abu Dhabi Cooperative Society said:
"Responsible Retailing is the philosophy on which we have built our retail business.
"It is based on our commitment to provide the high quality products that adult consumers demand, at prices they can afford, and in ways that respect the traditions and values of the UAE society.
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