Nicotine pouches have a significant role in tobacco harm reduction in Emerging Markets but will require engagement with all local stakeholders and lower product costs.

On 21 September the Foundation for a Smoke-Free World launched the first Tobacco Transformation Index. Whilst not perfect, with some things needing to be addressed, it represents an important milestone on the road to reducing the harm from tobacco.

Smoore's listing should provide a substantial incentive for investment in reduced-risk nicotine products. It highlights a multi-billion opportunity for entrepreneurs, but also serves to remind the tobacco industry of the need to "get THR right".

Australia's attempt to ban imports of nicotine-based vaping products highlights real obstacles to tobacco harm reduction.