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The WHO FCTC is the 1st ever public health treaty negotiated under the auspices of WHO that commits countries to combating the global tobacco epidemic.
The Secretariat serves both the WHO FCTC and the Protocol to Eliminate Illicit Trade in Tobacco Products
''Together, we are better prepared than ever to build a tobacco-free future.'' - Acting Head of Convention Secretariat, Mr Andrew Black

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November 19, 2025 at 3:59 PM
The strongest voices urging governments to take action for tobacco control will come from you—young tobacco control advocates-Acting Head WHO FCTC Secretariat, Mr. Andrew Black.
The Acting Head met with the young tobacco control advocates @ #COP11 @ctfkglobal.bsky.social @whoyouthcouncil.bsky.social
November 18, 2025 at 6:05 PM
#FCTCCOP11 press release

Government leaders open critical meeting to combat the global tobacco epidemic

🔗https://fctc.who.int/newsroom/news/item/17-11-2025-government-leaders-open-critical-meeting-to-combat-the-global-tobacco-epidemic
November 17, 2025 at 5:03 PM
November 17, 2025 at 3:41 PM
We mark this year the 20-year anniversary of the WHO FCTC

In just a few days, #FCTCCOP11 will begin,& its outcomes can help build on the WHO FCTC’s legacy—strengthening global action & advancing the fight for a tobacco-free world, not only for today but for generations to come
#FCTC20Years
#WeAre20
November 9, 2025 at 5:40 PM
🌍This year, we are celebrating a historic milestone — 20 years of the first-ever @who.int treaty.

The WHO FCTC marks 2 decades of saving lives, advancing health, and driving global action against tobacco.

20 years later, the WHO FCTC continues to save lives.
#FCTC20Years #WeAre20 #FCTCSavesLives
November 7, 2025 at 12:53 PM
🌍 Just a few days before #FCTCCOP11, we are launching our new video — a powerful reminder of what we can achieve together.

#FCTCSavesLives

WHO FCTC.
Together, for a tobacco-free future. 🚭

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Eleventh session of the Conference of the Parties (COP11) to the WHO FCTC
YouTube video by WHO FCTC Secretariat
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November 5, 2025 at 10:08 AM
🌍 Just weeks before the most important governing body meeting for global tobacco control begins in Geneva — the #FCTCCOP11 !

This crucial meeting will deliberate on key issues aimed at saving lives and addressing the health, social, economic, and environmental impacts of tobacco.

#FCTCSavesLives
November 4, 2025 at 11:59 AM
🇹🇩Chad is stepping up its fight against illicit tobacco

@who.int Chad & and the WHO FCTC joined forces with government, parliament, & civil society in 🇹🇩Chad for a mission to strengthen implementation of the Protocol to Eliminate Illicit Trade in Tobacco Products.

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September 18, 2025 at 5:01 PM
📢#FCTCCOP11 📃Documentation is Available!

The official documents for #FCTCCOP11 are out — including the Provisional Agenda and supporting reports.

👉 View the COP11 documents under Documentation :
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📝 Register to attend COP11: indico.un.org/event/1016257/

#FCTCSavesLives
September 3, 2025 at 1:00 PM
🚭🌍The Protocol to Eliminate Illicit Trade in Tobacco Products gives countries tools to crack down on illegal tobacco—tracking, enforcement, international cooperation

🗓 Coming up #MOP4 will convene week of Nov 24, 2025, at WHO HQ in Geneva—a key moment to drive 🌎action forward.
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August 19, 2025 at 2:54 PM
🚭The Gambia Assesses its needs to strengthen implementation of the Protocol to Eliminate Illicit Trade in Tobacco Products

The Secretariat & experts came together to identify key gaps & priorities—such as tracking systems, legal frameworks, & cross-border coordination
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August 6, 2025 at 1:58 PM
🌍 This year, we are celebrating a historic milestone—20 years of the 1-ever WHO treaty.

The WHO FCTC marks two decades of saving lives, advancing health & driving global action against tobacco.👏👏

#FCTC20Years #WeAre20 #FCTCSavesLives
July 24, 2025 at 3:09 PM
🌍 The WHO FCTC is more than a public health treaty — it's a powerful driver of Sustainable Development.

🎉 Join us in celebrating its 20 years!
📅 TODAY: 15-07/25
🕘 Don’t miss the global event highlighting tobacco control’s role in achieving the SDGs.

Register here 🔗 fctc.who.int/newsroom/eve...
July 15, 2025 at 9:23 AM
🌍 Webinar: Celebrating 20 years of the WHO FCTC - Tobacco Control for Sustainable Development

🗓️ 15 July 2025 | 🕒 15:00–16:00 CET
📍 Online |

🔗 Register or learn more:

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July 11, 2025 at 11:49 AM
🚨 Just released: The provisional agendas for #FCTCCOP11 and #MOP4 are now available ❗️

#COP11 🔗
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#MOP4 🔗
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July 10, 2025 at 4:33 PM
🎉 This year, we are celebrating 20 years of the WHO FCTCl!

For 2 decades, the WHO FCTC has been protecting present and future generations from the harms of tobacco. Thanks to this global tobacco treaty, lives have been—& continue to be—positively impacted. 💪🌍

#WeAre20
#FCTCSavesLives
#FCTC20Years
June 18, 2025 at 1:28 PM
On #DesertificationAndDroughtDay, we join @unccd.bsky.social in raising awareness & calling for urgent action to restore our land & biodiversity
🚭Tobacco cultivation harms the land
🌿Art 17&18 support stronger regulation of tobacco farming
Let’s protect our planet🌱
#United4Land
#FCTCProtectsOurPlanet
June 17, 2025 at 11:32 AM
💔An estimated 58.000 children die from a cause related to second-hand smoke every year.

🧠Even in quasi-outdoor spaces, second-hand smoke can still pose serious health risks.

WHO FCTC Art. 8 Protection from exposure to tobacco smoke will help countries protect their children.

#FCTCSavesLives
June 16, 2025 at 1:56 PM
🌍 Accelerating the WHO FCTC implementation is not just a health priority—it's an economic imperative.

💡 Stronger tobacco control = healthier people + stronger economies.

#FCTCSavesLives

🔗https://fctc.who.int/convention/progress/global-strategy-2025
June 11, 2025 at 2:44 PM
#WeAre20 this year

20 years of protecting health
20 years of progress in tobacco control
20 years building a greener and safer tobacco-free w🚭rld

Now let’s continue to build a tobacco-free future.🚭

#FCTCSavesLives
June 10, 2025 at 12:14 PM
4.5 trillion 🚬 butts are littered every year..

These toxic butts pollute our oceans, soil & harm wildlife.

It’s time to🛑hold the tobacco industry accountable for polluting our planet.

🌍Our environment matters. So does our health.

#FCTCProtectsOurPlanet 🌱
#BeatPlasticPollution ♻️
#FCTCSavesLives ❤️
June 6, 2025 at 9:26 AM
Today is #WorldEnvironmentDay🌍
Tobacco harms our planet—from seed to smoke to waste.

We recommend Parties to fully implement Art 18 of the WHO FCTC, addressing the environmental impact of tobacco cultivation, production, use & disposal—including e-cigarettes.
#FCTCProtectsOurPlanet
#FCTCSavesLives🌱
June 5, 2025 at 12:40 PM
🌍 Tomorrow is #WorldEnvironmentDay 🌱

⚠️ It’s time to hold the tobacco industry accountable for the plastic waste and environmental destruction they cause.

💚Our health and the Earth depend on it.

🔗 fctc.who.int/newsroom/spo...

#FCTCProtectsOurPlanet
#FCTCSavesLives
#BeatPlasticPollution
June 4, 2025 at 2:13 PM
#WNTD2025 :🚭 Cigarette filters are not a health measure.

❗️Tobacco filters pollute. They harm health. They mislead consumers☠️

✅The WHO FCTC supports Parties to take action that protects public health & the environment.

#FCTCSavesLives #FCTCProtectsOurPlanet 🌎
June 2, 2025 at 3:22 PM