IQOS Smoking Room at Manila International Airport

The Kyrgyz government has extended its ban on the import of electronic cigarettes and nicotine-containing liquids for another six months. The decision, signed by the chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers, covers e-cigarettes, integrated nicotine delivery systems, and nicotine liquids used in such devices. The original ban was introduced in July and was due to expire soon.

Rosstandart head Anton Shalaev told TASS that Russia will tighten requirements for the packaging and design of vapes and other electronic nicotine delivery systems in early 2026.

West Virginia proposes tax rate adjustments on e-cigarette devices and e-liquids, with penalties for late reporting. Effective from July 1, 2026.

E-cigarette brand Lost Vape has recently listed its open-system DTL device, the ASTARA, on its official website. The company markets the product as “The First 4D Portable Shisha Experience,” highlighting a 360-degree display and audio features. The ASTARA has also appeared on some online sales channels in markets including the UK and Germany.

Australia’s Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA) has seized illicit vaping products with an estimated street value exceeding A$1 million (approximately US$670,000) following an enforcement operation in Bendigo, Victoria.

Thailand’s Customs Region 2 searched a private logistics company in Mukdahan province and seized 22,800 vape pod heads with no evidence of customs clearance. The seized items weighed 389.50 kg in total and were valued at more than THB 4.5 million (about USD 143,581.90). The photo shows packaging marked “YOOZ”.