The Selangor state government is expected to announce its decision on whether to ban the sale of vapes and electronic cigarettes within days, according to Menteri Besar Amirudin Shari. The decision will follow the presentation of a policy paper by Health Executive Councilor Jamaliah Jamaluddin to the State Executive Council.
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A coalition of 41 Malaysian activists and non-governmental organizations (NGOs) has issued an urgent call for the federal government to implement a nationwide ban on all vape and e-cigarette products. Citing alarming rates of youth addiction and the infiltration of synthetic drugs into vape liquids, the group argues that current regulatory approaches are insufficient and that decisive action, including the potential reintroduction of the Generational End Game (GEG) policy, is needed to protect the nation’s youth.
Read moreThe state government of Melaka, Malaysia, will soon discuss a proposal to ban the sale of electronic cigarettes (vapes) at the state executive council level. State Health, Human Resources, and Unity Committee Chairman, Datuk Ngwe Hee Sem, announced that the matter will be tabled for a detailed deliberation and decision.
Read moreMalaysian state of Negri Sembilan to decide on banning vape sales, following MMA’s call & citing public health, EVALI concerns.
Read moreAuthorities in Selangor have been directed to immediately seize and confiscate all advertisements for electronic cigarette products across the state. The instruction follows a coordination meeting on May 16, led by State Public Health and Environment Committee Chairman Jamaliah Jamaluddin, which discussed a potential ban on e-cigarette sales in Selangor.
Read moreThe Malaysian Medical Association (MMA) calls for a nationwide prohibition on all vaping products, citing severe health risks, youth addiction, and rising healthcare costs.
Read moreAn overview of Malaysian states that have banned or are considering banning vape sales, despite no nationwide prohibition.
Read moreThe Pahang PAS Youth Wing has called on the state government to enact laws prohibiting the sale and use of electronic cigarettes (vapes) in Pahang, primarily to protect the younger generation from nicotine addiction. Youth Chief Ustaz Mohd Zarimi Abu Zih Al-Hafiz highlighted the worrying trend of widespread vape use among teenagers and students, demanding immediate action from authorities.
Read moreKelantan state in Malaysia has banned vape sales since 2015, issuing no new licenses due to health concerns; enforcement continues against illicit sales.
Read moreKedah state in Malaysia will phase out vape sales by not renewing licenses, citing drug misuse concerns; aims for a full ban by next year.
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