Malta blocks EU tobacco tax overhaul, preventing unanimous agreement among 27 member states

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Malta blocks EU tobacco tax overhaul, preventing unanimous agreement among 27 member states
Updated Nov 10, 2026 First reported Nov 9, 2026
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