Melaka is prepared to ban the sale of electronic cigarettes or vapes if it receives clear instructions from the Federal Government and the Ministry of Health (MOH). Local authorities will implement the ban once decided by the State Executive Council. They are awaiting a comprehensive directive from the Melaka State Health Department and the state government. Coordination with the federal government is needed for consistent implementation across states. The issue of sellers potentially hiding behind electronics licenses is acknowledged, and a win-win approach is sought, balancing livelihoods with public health, especially for young people.
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