Perak stands firm on vape sales ban despite court challenge
IPOH: The state government will not back down from its decision to ban the sale of electronic cigarettes, or vapes, despite a legal challenge by a vape association and a company.
The Perak state government in Malaysia has maintained its stance on a ban on the sale of electronic cigarettes, or vapes, despite facing a legal challenge from a vape association and a company. State Human Resources, Health, Indian Community Affairs, and National Integration Committee chairman Datuk A. Sivanesan stated that the legal challenge questioning the government's powers and jurisdiction was their right, and the government will proceed with its defence in court.
The ban, which will come into effect on January 1, 2026, is based on the Local Government Act 1976, which empowers local authorities to decide on business licences for specific purposes. The state government has given vape operators until October 2026 to cease sales, allowing them time to prepare for the ban.
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