Fire Side Chat – Transatlantic Policy Issues Facing Cigars: US and the EU

Joshua Habursky – Chief Executive Officer Premium Cigar Association (PCA)

Paul Varakas – Director General European Cigar Manufacturers Association (ECMA)

The handmade cigar industry is facing growing regulatory pressure on both sides of the Atlantic. From taxation and packaging requirements to market access and evolving consumer regulations, the policy landscape continues to reshape the future of cigars worldwide.

In this exclusive fire side chat, Joshua Habursky, CEO of the Premium Cigar Association (PCA), and Paul Varkas, Director General of the European Cigar Manufacturers Association (ECMA), will discuss the key political and regulatory developments impacting the US and European markets. The conversation will explore common challenges, differing regulatory approaches, and the importance of international dialogue in protecting the future of the handmade cigar sector.