Australia's strict tobacco control policies have backfired, with 80% of cigarettes now sold illegally as of December 2025, fueling organized crime violence and rising smoking rates among disadvantaged groups. Sweden achieved smoke-free status by pursuing harm reduction through less dangerous nicotine alternatives like vapes and snus at lower prices, contrasting with Australia's punitive tax approach.
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Australia's strict tobacco control policies have backfired, with 80% of cigarettes now sold illegally as of December 2025, fueling organized crime violence and rising smoking rates among disadvantaged groups. Sweden achieved smoke-free status by pursuing harm reduction through less dangerous nicotine alternatives like vapes and snus at lower prices, contrasting with Australia's punitive tax approach.