Newly sworn-in Prime Minister Christopher Luxon of New Zealand has confirmed the revocation of the country’s groundbreaking anti-smoking laws. Luxon, who leads the conservative National Party, will scrap a “generational smoking ban” aimed at those born after 2008, citing concerns about a potential black market. The move has sparked criticism from health groups, with the Health Coalition Aotearoa labeling it a “major loss for public health.” Luxon’s focus includes taming inflation and restoring the economy. The legislation, set to begin later this year, aimed to drastically reduce tobacco use and create a smoke-free future for New Zealand.