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Indicators of Influence
These seven key indicators highlight interference from the tobacco industry in Uganda.
No. 1
Industry participation in policy development
Indicator Score:
4 / 20
No. 2
Tobacco industry-related CSR activities
Indicator Score:
5 / 20
No. 3
Benefits given to the tobacco industry
Indicator Score:
5 / 20
No. 4
Unnecessary interaction with the tobacco industry
Indicator Score:
1 / 20
No. 5
Procedure for transparency measures
Indicator Score:
6 / 20
No. 6
Avoiding conflicts of interest
Indicator Score:
2 / 20
No. 7
Preventive measures
Indicator Score:
11 / 30
Recommendations
These are ways Uganda can deter interference from the tobacco industry:
- There is a need to create awareness on the provisions of the Tobacco Control Act and ensure all departments are aware of the limits when interacting with the tobacco industry.
- Diplomatic Missions must be made aware of the Tobacco Control Act so that the law is applied to officials overseas and those who represent the country at international meetings.
- The duty free sale of cigarettes/cigars/tobacco for international travelers should be halted.
- Penalties for unnecessary interactions should be enforced.
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