Malaysia

At the Malaysia Electronics Supplier Summit hosted by Philip Morris Malaysia (PMM), IntreTech was awarded the "2024 Outstanding Supplier of the Year"

Malaysia's Local Government Minister announced plans to collaborate with the Health Ministry to refine vape regulations and push for nationwide standards. This follows a suggestion by the Sultan of Pahang to impose a complete ban on vapes to address youth substance abuse issues.

The Johor state government in Malaysia has decided to maintain its vape ban, in place since 2016, and will not issue permits for vape sales.

Malaysian police have seized over 900 vape products and 390 bottles of vape e-liquid, suspected to have been smuggled in from Thailand. The case is currently under investigation.

The Terengganu state government in Malaysia has decided to stop renewing vape sales licenses for premises under local authorities, focusing on protecting public health and youth.

Malaysia's Health Minister announced a gradual approach to vape regulation, rejecting an immediate nationwide ban while allowing states to set their own policies.

The Consumers Association of Penang urges Malaysia's Health Ministry to ban vapes, citing rising youth addiction and concerns over their link to drug abuse.

Multiple associations in Malaysia have called for stricter enforcement to combat the sale of vapes disguised as stationery to minors, as the use of vapes in schools continues to rise.