State orders removal of vape ads while federal authorities consider permanent nationwide sales ban.
The Selangor government has issued a directive to take down all vape-related advertisements, pending a potential nationwide ban on vape product sales. This move signals growing concern over public health and youth-targeted marketing.
State-Wide Removal of Vape Ads
On May 20, 2025, the Selangor government issued a directive requiring all vape advertisements to be taken down immediately. This move aligns with growing national concern over the rapid proliferation of vaping, particularly among youth. The state’s standing committee on public health emphasized that the measure is temporary—pending federal clarity on whether a nationwide sales ban will follow.
Coordinated Local Government Action
All local councils have been instructed to carry out enforcement immediately. This includes the removal of vape-related ads on public infrastructure and commercial spaces. Jamaliah confirmed that the directive had been formally issued and is now actively being implemented across Selangor.
National Ban Under Consideration
This action aligns with rising pressure on the Malaysian federal government to implement a full ban on vape sales. The Ministry of Health is currently reviewing regulations following growing concerns over the accessibility and appeal of vape products among minors.
Though vaping remains legal in Malaysia, health experts and advocacy groups have pushed for firmer policies. The proposed ban would close existing loopholes in the Control of Smoking Products for Public Health Act 2023 (Act 852), which took partial effect earlier this year.
Political Backing For Health Priorities
This latest move aligns with Malaysia’s broader national effort to curb vape use, especially after the Control of Smoking Products for Public Health Act was passed in 2023. While federal enforcement remains uneven, Selangor is taking the lead among states by signaling readiness to push forward with a full ban.
Economic And Cross-Border Implications
The decision could significantly affect businesses in the vape supply chain, many of which rely on marketing to sustain visibility.
Selangor’s tough stance may influence neighboring states and even spark broader conversations in ASEAN about vape regulation. With increasing cross-border trade and tourism, nations like Indonesia and Singapore—both having their own policies on vaping—are watching closely.
Sources: Free Malaysia Today (2025) , Selangor Journal (2025)
Keywords: Selangor Vape Ads, Vape Ban Malaysia, Vape Advertisement Removal, Health Ministry Malaysia, Youth Vape Use
