With over a decade of experience in the e-cigarette industry, Matthew Ma is a seasoned expert in both the manufacturing and usage aspects of vaping products. His extensive background has provided him with a deep understanding of the intricacies and evolving dynamics of e-cigarettes.
Starting September 1, the UAE Ministry of Finance will enforce a minimum excise price of Dh1 per millilitre for all vape and e-cigarette liquids. The measure establishes a valuation floor to ensure the nation’s 100 percent excise tax applies to a set minimum value, regardless of lower retail selling prices.
The Irish Department of Health is reviewing its tobacco control policy to consider a ban on selling tobacco and nicotine-inhaling products to anyone born after a certain date. This move, inspired by upcoming UK legislation, aims to phase out smoking and vaping entirely for future generations.
The Consumers’ Association of Penang (CAP) has urged the Malaysian government to penalize motorists who vape while driving. CAP education officer N.V. Subbarow warned that the practice threatens road safety, particularly due to the rise of vape liquids laced with synthetic drugs.
The Government of Andorra will introduce a bill in October to tighten regulations on tobacco advertising and product composition. Health Minister Helena Mas confirmed the legislation responds to declining cigarette use and rising concerns over youth vaping, though the state has ruled out a generational tobacco ban.
A growing body of scientific research from global and domestic institutions indicates that alternative tobacco products present a lower risk profile compared to traditional cigarettes. These products, which include electronic cigarettes, heated tobacco products, and nicotine pouches, offer a less toxic exposure profile and serve as viable alternatives for adult smokers seeking to quit.
The Irish Government is planning to increase the tax on vaping products in the upcoming Budget 2027, scheduled for October 6. This decision follows reports that the current levy, introduced in late 2024, has generated over €22 million in provisional revenue within its first nine months of operation.
A coalition of over 80 Nigerian civil society organizations has rejected a bill amending the National Tobacco Control Act 2015. This joint declaration, issued in response to legislative advancements, warns that the amendment dismantles protections against e-cigarettes and nicotine products, exposing Nigerian youth to health risks.
A systematic review published in the American Journal of Preventive Cardiology has evaluated the cardiovascular impact of e-cigarettes. By analyzing data from more than 700,000 participants, researchers assessed whether exclusive vaping or dual-use habits lead to hypertension.
Moldovan Prime Minister Vasile Tofan confirmed that the government has proposed a tax reform package for 2027. The policy targets public health by raising excise taxes on electronic cigarettes by 50% and traditional cigarettes by 20% to discourage use among residents.
Senate Finance Committee Ranking Member Ron Wyden, D-Ore., has launched an investigation into the Trump administration’s ties to Big Tobacco and the kratom industry. The probe targets Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr., Reynolds American, and Botanic Tonics over allegations that executive interference undermined public health policies to benefit […]