Policy on The Prevention and Control of Tobacco Harm in Vietnam

Abstract

Purpose: The purpose of the article research the policy on the prevention and control of tobacco harm in Vietnam, point out several limitations, shortcomings, and propose recommendations to complete the legal system concerned. Theoretical framework: The research employs theories about the policy on the prevention and control of tobacco harm in Vietnam, regulations on the prevention and control of tobacco harm, and mechanisms apply in Vietnam. Design/methodology/approach: The research employs three common methods in legal science research: (1) Legal analysis method; (2) Legal efficiency evaluation method; and (3) Comparative legal method. The above research methods help compare and contrast theories on the policy on the prevention and control of tobacco harm in Vietnam and bring out some essential findings. Findings: Some valuable findings have been revealed such as the formulation and development of the policy on the prevention and control of tobacco harm in Vietnam, some theoretical issues, and limitations on regulations of the policy on the prevention and control of tobacco harm in Vietnam. Research practical and social implications: The article proposes some tasks remaining undone, and further tasks will be fulfilled in the future. The article may support many developments in future research in Vietnam. Originality/value: The research on the policy on the prevention and control of tobacco harm in Vietnam become more and more urgent and very important in Vietnam.