The Possibility of Tobacco-Free Generation Law Enactment

Abstract

The objective of this research is to investigate the possibility of tobacco-free generation law enactment. This is a qualitative research of which the methodology includes documentary research from Thai and international sources. The result demonstrates that although no law has been solidly enacted for lifetime smoking control among children and youths in the countries where case studies were conducted, the principles and ideas generated have created new aspects and alternatives which could eventually lead to the control of population who may begin smoking. As for Thailand, there is a possibility of tobacco-free generation law enactment in the future. Utilizing this guideline in order to enact laws may be something that Thailand, particularly government agencies involved in law enactment and enforcement, should prepare for in many aspects.