According to Edition's report on October 15th, a shipment of marijuana disguised as e-cigarette liquid was intercepted by Maldives customs officials.
Minister of National Security and Technology of Maldives, Ali Ihusan, posted on the social media platform X stating that a batch of marijuana entered the country in the form of e-cigarette liquid or flavorings. The minister shared a photo of a seized e-cigarette pod, revealing that it contained marijuana. He expressed concern that such drugs could be distributed secretly to school students through e-cigarettes.
On October 14th, President of Maldives, Dr. Mohamed Muizzu, has ordered that as of November 15, 2024, the import of all e-cigarette products and components will be considered illegal. Starting from December 15, 2024, the use, possession, production, sale, advertising, and distribution of all e-cigarette products will also be fully banned.
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