Kazakh President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev has signed the law prohibiting sale of energy drinks to citizens under 21 years of age.
The law on fight against gambling addiction in Kazakhstan was also signed. The also prohibits gambling for public servants, military personnel and debtors.
"The list of persons for whom gambling and betting is prohibited has been expanded. Those included into the register of debtors were added to the list. Gambling is prohibited for public servants, military personnel, workers of special and law enforcement agencies, heads of public sector organizations also. Failure to comply with the law will lead to dismissal," the Akorda press service said.
Outdoor advertising of betting officers, their advertising in mass media is prohibited.
