May,01 2025
Malaysia’s Fragmented Ban Signals Regional Crossroads
As Southeast Asia emerges as a vital battleground for the global vape industry, Malaysia—a market long considered a launchpad for regional expansion—is now at the center of regulatory upheaval. Under the 2024 Control of Smoking Products for Public Health Act (Act 852), Malaysia is moving toward a new era of tobacco and vape control. But as implementation approaches, a patchwork of state-level legislation is creating uncertainty, tension, and opportunity—all at once.
