Beijing bans smoking in all public indoor spaces

Smoking has been banned in all indoor public spaces in Beijing.

The toughest crackdown to date aims to stem a looming health crisis.

But the move is controversial, with some saying that smoking should still be allowed in private restaurant rooms.

"Separate rooms are also with the indoor place," pointed out Zhang Jianshu, Head of the Beijing Tobacco Control Association.

"The waiter and waitress have to serve you. They maybe harmed by your smoking. We have to protect the health rights and …
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