WHO cites PH as ‘forerunner’ in sin tax reforms 0 SHARES Share it! Share TweetBy Chino S. LeycoThe World Health Organization (WHO) has named the Philippines as an international model for cost-effective promotion of health and reduction of non-communicable diseases (NCD) due to the country’s “sin” tax reforms. Currently, both the Departments of Finance (DOF) and of Health (DOH) are pushing for the urgent passage of Senate Bill No. 1074, which significantly raises “sin” tax rates on alcohol, heated tobacco, and e-cigarette products. Meanwhile, the DOF has also expressed support for the WHO report’s recommendation of adopting comprehensive approaches to tackling NCDs.

Source: Manila Bulletin November 16, 2019 13:52 UTC