China: Smoking ban at public venues in Xi’an from November

Event

On August 7, authorities of Shaanxi province announced that a ban on smoking in all indoor public venues in the city of Xi’an would come into effect on November 1. A smoking ban would also be in effect in outdoor areas of some public places, for example at schools, stadiums, and health institutions. Individuals who defy the regulation face fines of 10 yuan (USD 1.50); venue owners who defy the regulation face fines of up to 1000 yuan.

Context

Xi'an, iconic tourist and cultural destination (e.g. home to the famous Terracotta Warriors), is the latest urban center to institute such a ban.

Advice

Individuals present in China are Xi'an to respect this new regulation and adhere to all other instructions issued by the local authorities.