Interference of the tobacco industry in the 2030 Agenda

In September 2015, representatives of the 193 UN member states acknowledged that eradicating poverty in all off its forms and dimensions, especially extreme poverty, is the greatest global challenge and an indispensable requirement for sustainable development. By adopting the document “Transforming our World: The 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development” (A/70/L.1)1 , the countries resolved to take action to promote sustainable development in the next 15 years pledging “that no one will be left behind ». The 2030 Agenda is a plan of action designed to deal with areas that are critical to both humanity and the planet. It includes actions aimed to the wellbeing of people, the environment, bringing about peace and prosperity.