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1Centre for Social Research on Alcohol and Drugs (SoRAD), Stockholm University, Stockholm, Sweden. robin.room@sorad.su.se
International alcohol control strategies are re-evaluated following the Framework Convention on Tobacco Control (FCTC). Options include a new alcohol convention or amending drug conventions to address global alcohol markets.
Area of Science:
- Public Health Policy
- International Law
- Substance Control
Background:
- Historical international alcohol control agreements have lapsed.
- The Framework Convention on Tobacco Control (FCTC) provides a new precedent for international substance regulation.
- Existing international drug conventions may offer alternative frameworks for alcohol control.
Purpose of the Study:
- To explore future pathways for international alcohol control.
- To evaluate the suitability of the FCTC model for alcohol.
- To consider amendments to existing drug conventions for alcohol regulation.
Main Methods:
- Analysis of the Framework Convention on Tobacco Control (FCTC) provisions.
- Comparative review of international drug control conventions (e.g., 1971 Convention).
- Examination of regulatory scope concerning domestic markets and international trade.
Main Results:
- The FCTC offers a potential model for a new alcohol control convention.
- Amending the 1971 Convention requires modifications for non-medical/scientific alcohol use.
- Both FCTC and drug conventions address domestic markets alongside international trade.
Conclusions:
- A dedicated alcohol control convention or adapted drug conventions are viable options.
- International alcohol regulation should consider both trade and domestic market aspects.
- Policy lessons from tobacco control can inform future alcohol governance.
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