WHO Framework Convention on Tobacco Control

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Treaty Code:

M2003/01

Treaty Type:

Multilateral

Common Name:

Responsible Department:

Health

Administering Department:

Treaty Status:

In Force

Treaty Summary:

The WHO FCTC was developed in response to the globalization of the tobacco epidemic and is an evidence-based treaty that reaffirms the right of all people to the highest standard of health. The Convention represents a milestone for the promotion of public health and provides new legal dimensions for international health cooperation.

NZ Adherence Status:

In Force

Adherence Type:

Ratified

Signature Date:

16/06/2003

Adherence Date:

27/01/2004

Expired:

No

Date Concluded:

21/05/2003

Place Concluded:

Geneva

Entry Into Force Date:

27/02/2005

NZ Entry Into Force Date:

27/02/2005

Termination Date:

Withdrawal Date:

Withdrawal Notification Date:

NZ Objections:

No

NZ Reservations:

No

NZ Declarations:

No

NZ Territorial Applications:

None

NZTS Number:

NZTS 2005, No. 3.

UNTS Number:

Chapter IX - Health, number 4

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