Wed, 29 Mar 2017 12:39:42 +0000 By MUKOSELA KASALWE in Chipata A ROBUST regulatory data base on tobacco will ensure that Government collects enough revenue that will contribute significantly to the country’s gross domestic product, says Japan Tobacco International corporate affairs manager Litiya Matakala. Mr. Matakala said that JTI was committed to working with the Government to address issues affecting the tobacco industry in the country. He said this yesterday in Chipata at a media orientation workshop that the long-term goal of the tobacco company was to ensure it supported the establishment of a transparent market structure and regulatory environment that would ensure the interests of growers, buyers and Government were protected and guaranteed. Mr. Matakala said that there was need for a clear policy direction which would not contract itself based on health concerns and agriculture as a source of income and livelihood for the community. “JTI is committed to working with the Government […]
