The Lithuanian government has proposed a draft law that would introduce a new tax on sugar-containing beverages, which includes foods intended for consumption in liquid form containing at least 5 grams of sugar or sweeteners per 100 ml of the beverage, or both. The proposed rates are as follows:

• Beverages containing at least 5 grams but not more than 8 grams of sugar per 100 ml - EUR 0.10 per…