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.
Senate Approves Law Targeting E-Cigarettes, Liquids, Nicotine Pouches; Heated Tobacco Excluded from Ban Following the approval of a significant new law by Uzbekistan’s Senate (Oliy Majlis) on April 30, aimed at curbing the circulation of certain nicotine products, clarity has emerged on exactly which items are targeted by the ban and which remain legally permissible. […]
Measure Sparks Debate Between Public Health Advocates and Retailers Over Youth Access and Economic Impact Oregon lawmakers are grappling with a revised proposal aimed at curbing teen vaping by significantly restricting access to flavored tobacco and nicotine products. After a previous attempt to enact a full ban failed, Senate Bill 702 has been amended to […]
Government Cracks Down on Illegal Online Promotion and Sales of E-cigarettes The Brazilian government has ordered major digital platforms, including YouTube, Instagram, TikTok, Mercado Livre, and Enjoei, to immediately remove all content that promotes or sells electronic cigarettes (vapes) and related prohibited products. The notification, issued by the National Council to Combat Piracy (CNCP) under […]
Following last year’s laws raising the tobacco purchase age to 21 and establishing a generational ban (for those born after Jan 1, 2007), the Maldives is considering stricter enforcement. An amendment proposed by MP Ali Ashrag would require tobacco sellers to demand official government ID if they doubt a buyer’s age. This places greater responsibility […]
Concerns Over Business Impact Sideline Proposed E-cigarette Restrictions The North Dakota House of Representatives approved the Attorney General’s Office budget on April 29, but notably without a contentious provision that would have created a state registry for electronic smoking devices. Critics, including smoke shop and gas station owners, had argued the registry posed a significant […]
Sri Lanka, an island paradise known for its breathtaking landscapes, rich history, and welcoming culture, is a dream destination for many travelers. However, if you use e-cigarettes or vapes, there’s a critical piece of information you need before you pack your bags: vaping is officially banned in Sri Lanka. Understanding this ban and what it […]
Tax Authority Clarifies Rules Based on Liquid Content The Main Directorate of the State Tax Service in Ukraine’s Zakarpattia region has clarified that disposable electronic cigarettes are subject to mandatory excise tax stamping. This requirement stems from the classification of the liquids used within these devices as excisable goods.
Majilis Passes Reforms Aimed at Simplification and Differentiated Rates Deputies in Kazakhstan’s Majilis (lower house of parliament) have approved a new Tax Code in its second reading, introducing significant changes aimed at simplifying the system and adjusting tax rates across various sectors. The reforms include setting the standard Value Added Tax (VAT) rate and outlining […]
Advocates Criticize WHO, Cite Risks of Illicit Markets The Coalition of Asia Pacific Tobacco Harm Reduction Advocates (CAPHRA) is urging Malaysian authorities to reject calls for vape bans and instead implement risk-proportionate regulations under the new Control of Smoking Products for Public Health Act 2024 (Act 852). CAPHRA argues that outright bans are counterproductive and […]
Response Acknowledges Flavours’ Role for Adult Smokers Amid Youth Protection Goals A petition urging the UK government to reconsider proposed restrictions on vape flavours under the new Tobacco and Vapes Bill has surpassed the 10,000-signature threshold, triggering a formal government response. While reaffirming its intention to regulate flavours to protect children, the Department of Health […]