MOH confident of drop in national prevalence of smoking with enforcement of Act 852
Datuk Seri Dr Dzulkefly Ahmad says two new areas - launderettes and workplace buildings, are now listed as non-smoking areas.
Fri Oct 04 2024
Hidden hands behind youth vaping surge
M'sia has not increased tobacco taxes for eight consecutive years, missing critical opportunities to reduce consumption via fiscal measures.
Fri Aug 23 2024
Tobacco industry aims to hook new generation on vapes, WHO says
Big tobacco companies and new entrants have begun offering smoking alternatives such as vapes, which they say are aimed at adult smokers.
Fri May 24 2024
GEG exclusion has nothing to do with industry lobbyists - Dr Dzulkefly
Datuk Seri Dr Dzulkefly Ahmad said exclusion of the provision was done following AG's Chambers' stance and rebuke on a certain constitutional issue.
Wed Mar 20 2024
Fadhlina calls on parents and schools to collaborate in combating energy stick trend
The nasal inhaler products or energy sticks which pose a risk of enticing users into vaping and drug use, is getting popular among students.
Tue Feb 06 2024
Ban on vape sale stays in Johor
Ling Tian Soon said action would be taken against business premises caught selling vape.
Mon Feb 05 2024
UK government to ban disposable vapes to prevent use by children
The ban on disposable vapes would also help the environment, with five million thrown away each week
Mon Jan 29 2024
E-cigarettes around the world
WHO has urged governments to treat e-cigarettes, also known as vapes, similarly to tobacco and ban all flavours.
Fri Dec 22 2023
Ban flavoured vapes, WHO says, urging tobacco-style controls
The WHO called for changes, including bans on all flavouring agents like menthol, and the application of tobacco control measures to vapes.
Thu Dec 14 2023
Illegal to sell nicotine products to minors after anti-smoking Bill passed - SFC
The sale and supply of poison including nicotine to children would be illegal as provided under Section 13 of the Bill.
Wed Dec 06 2023
Australia begins crackdown on vaping, to ban import of single-use devices
The ban will be expanded in March to include all non-therapeutic vapes, including refillable devices, said Health Minister Mark Butler.
Tue Nov 28 2023
Ministry of Health launches survey on MySejahtera app to gather feedback on Generational Endgame (GEG)
The GEG effectively create a generation of Malaysians who will be protected from nicotine addiction.
Wed Oct 11 2023
[COLUMNIST] Urgent need for vape regulation: A transition from traditional cigarettes
In the ongoing discussions surrounding Generational End-game (GEG), significant developments have emerged.
Fri Oct 06 2023
MOH hopes Control of Smoking Product Bill will be tabled early June
Lukanisman Awang Sauni said the bill comprises of two aspects, namely the control of smoking products and the implementation of GEG policy.
Wed May 31 2023
[COLUMNIST] Treat vape like cigarettes
The government may be 'gambling' for a shorter-term gain in tax-based revenues.
Mon May 22 2023
ISIS Malaysia's perspective of Budget 2025
An excellent rakyat-centric budget under the overarching principle of a caring and humane economy.
Fri Oct 18 2024
Budget 2025: Record increase in STR, SARA aid initiatives
The government will provide a significant boost to the Sumbangan Tunai Rahmah (STR) and Sumbangan Asas Rahmah (SARA) initiatives next year.
Fri Oct 18 2024
Budget 2025: EPF contributions to be made mandatory for foreign workers – PM Anwar
The government plans to make it compulsory for all non-citizen workers to contribute to the Employees Provident Fund (EPF).
Fri Oct 18 2024
What policies to expect from Indonesia's new President Prabowo
Prabowo will be open to foreign investment, his aide has said, such as by offering investors management of airports and sea ports.
Fri Oct 18 2024
Budget 2025: Govt allocates RM470 mil to empower women's participation in PMKS
The Women's Leadership Apprenticeship Program will be intensified as an effort to produce more female corporate personalities.
Fri Oct 18 2024
Israel sends more troops into north Gaza, deepens raid
Residents of Jabalia in northern Gaza said Israeli tanks had reached the heart of the camp, using heavy air and ground fire.
Fri Oct 18 2024
Indonesia ramps up security ahead of Prabowo's inauguration
Prabowo Subianto will be sworn in as Indonesia's president on Sunday with Vice President-elect, Gibran Rakabuming Raka, also taking office.
Fri Oct 18 2024
Immediate allocation of RM150 mil for local authorities, DID to tackle flash floods
Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim said this allocation is intended to address the recent flash floods that hit the capital and several major towns.
Fri Oct 18 2024
Budget 2025: Sabah, Sarawak to continue receiving among highest allocations - PM
Sabah and Sarawak continues to be prioritised under Budget 2025, with allocations of RM6.7 billion and RM5.9 billion respectively.
Fri Oct 18 2024
NFOF will be operational in November 2024 with funding of RM1 bil
PM Anwar Ibrahim said NFOF will support venture capital fund managers to invest in startup companies with RM300 million set aside for 2025.
Fri Oct 18 2024