Govt To Implement Nationwide Ban On E-Cigarettes And Vape Sales In Stages, Says Health Minister

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The government will implement a nationwide ban on the sale of electronic cigarettes and vaping products as part of efforts to curb misuse and protect public health

Health Minister Datuk Seri Dr Dzulkefly Ahmad said the ban would be rolled out in stages, starting with open-system devices before extending to all types of products. However, no timeline has been set for the full implementation, reported Kosmo.

"The Health Ministry has held detailed discussions with several key ministries and departments.

"This involves the Ministry of Finance, Royal Malaysian Customs Department, Ministry of Domestic Trade, Home Ministry through the Royal Malaysia Police (PDRM), Ministry of Investment, Trade and Industry, the Malaysian Investment Development Authority, as well as the Legal Advisor's Office," he said in a written reply at the Dewan Negara.

Dr Dzulkefly said the findings and recommendations from these discussions will be presented to the Cabinet for policy approval

"This is to obtain policy approval, which will then serve as the basis for the full implementation of the vape ban nationwide," he added.