Russia Bans Alcohol Advertising in all Media
(Photo: Andrés Nieto Porras/Flickr)
A ban on alcohol advertising has gone into effect in Russia. It is part of Russian officials’ work to address the country’s drinking problem.
The ban prohibits alcohol advertising on television, radio, the Internet, public transport and billboards.
Host Aaron Schacter speaks to Moscow based journalist, Masha Gessen.
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