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Indicators of Influence
These seven key indicators highlight interference from the tobacco industry in the Philippines.
No. 1
Industry participation in policy development
Indicator Score:
16 / 20
No. 2
Tobacco industry-related CSR activities
Indicator Score:
5 / 20
No. 3
Benefits given to the tobacco industry
Indicator Score:
8 / 20
No. 4
Unnecessary interaction with the tobacco industry
Indicator Score:
11 / 20
No. 5
Procedure for transparency measures
Indicator Score:
3 / 20
No. 6
Avoiding conflicts of interest
Indicator Score:
8 / 20
No. 7
Preventive measures
Indicator Score:
7 / 30
Recommendations
In order to prevent the tobacco industry from undermining tobacco control efforts, the following efforts are recommended:
- Strengthen coordination among government agencies to ensure effective preventive measures are developed and prompt and appropriate actions are taken.
- Put in place a strong monitoring and enforcement system to effectively implement the DOH-CSC JMC 2010-01.
- Civil society organizations need to continuously provide technical support to government offices, regularly conduct advocacy meetings with policymakers and improve communications campaigns.
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