A protestor of an anti-smoking group shouts slogans while holding a placard during a demonstration against TABINFO ASIA 2009 (Asia Pacific tobacco event) in Bangkok November 11, 2009. Over 500 anti-smoking protestors demonstrated against the tobacco meetings in Bangkok as manufacturers of tobacco gathered to discuss smoking regulations. (Reuters)

Anti-tobacco activists hold protest placards during a demonstration against a major tobacco promotional event 'Tabinfo Asia 2009 ' in Bangkok on November 11, 2009. Tabinfo Asia 2009, to be held between November 11-13, is seen as the latest effort by multinational tobacco companies to expand into Asia, which is seen as the world's most lucrative market for tobacco products. (Getty Images)