Kuala Lumpur: The Communications Ministry, through the Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission (MCMC), will monitor online sales of vape and e-cigarette products following increased bans on vape use in several states and concerns over the presence of synthetic substances in these products. Communications Minister Datuk Fahmi Fadzil said the issue was raised during today's Cabinet meeting and is being reviewed by the Health Ministry (MoH).

According to BERNAMA News Agency, Fahmi stated that he will direct MCMC to examine the online sale of such products. The sales are largely conducted on platforms like Facebook and WhatsApp. Enforcement action will involve the Domestic Trade and Cost of Living Ministry (KPDN). Fahmi noted that while vape-related issues fall under the Health Ministry's jurisdiction, the Communications Ministry will monitor the use of social media as a sales platform for e-cigarette products. MCMC will prepare a report on this matter, and the Communications Ministry will present it to the Cabinet for further discussion.

Fahmi also reaffirmed the Communications Ministry's commitment to working closely with MoH and KPDN to ensure a safer internet environment, particularly for children and families, by addressing issues such as vape and e-cigarette advertisements.