Research Study Presentation Croatia – Faculty of Economics University of Split (FES)

Research Study Presentation Croatia – Faculty of Economics University of Split (FES)

Accelerating Progress on Effective Tax Policies in Low-and-Middle –Income Countries

cigarette price policy could be used as a very effective government tool for reducing tobacco use Croatia

the government should increase taxes on tobacco and related products, especially in the component of specific excise duties

collected budget funds should be targeted to the healthcare system and education system to compensate negative effects and costs caused by smoking

a commitment to regional harmonization of fiscal policies is needed to limit incentives for cross-border transactions with European Union countries and western Balkan countries

increased excise duties should result in increased budget tax revenues, healthcare savings, and improving the health of the population