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New Straits Times
04-05-2025
- Business
- New Straits Times
More states encouraged to stop issuing licence for vape sales, says Dzulkefly
PUTRAJAYA: The government is encouraging more states to stop issuing licences to premises selling vapes and e-cigarettes, in line with what some states have done. "We hope more will take the position of not issuing licences to vape premises," said Health Minister Datuk Seri Dr Dzulkefly Ahmad in a press conference on the Lung Health Initiative Malaysia 2025-2030. "Otherwise, any licences issued must strictly comply with the Control of Smoking Products for Public Health Act 2024," he added. When asked if the government would consider a nationwide ban, Dzulkefly said the federal government had adopted a regulatory enforcement model following the passage of the Act. "We took a firm position to regulate tobacco-related products. That is the stance and position of the federal government. "At the same time, we support state governments that have the authority not to issue vape sales licences. So let us work together," he said. Regardless of the present stance, Dzulkefly acknowledged that no legislation was static. "We will continue to review the matter," he said. On April 24, Terengganu Local Government, Housing and Health Committee chairman Datuk Wan Sukairi Wan Abdullah announced that the state would ban the sale of vape products at all premises from Aug 1. Wan Sukairi said the decision was a proactive measure to curb the sale and use of vape products, which might have negative health effects on the younger generation. On April 27, Kedah Menteri Besar Datuk Seri Muhammad Sanusi Md Nor said he wanted to emulate Terengganu's move, stating he would raise the matter at the state executive council meeting. Previously, both Johor and Kelantan had enforced a ban on vape and e-cigarette sales since January 2016.
Daily Express
26-04-2025
- Business
- Daily Express
Health Ministry on alert over Trump tariffs' impact on pharmaceuticals, working on alternative sources, says Dzulkefly
Published on: Saturday, April 26, 2025 Published on: Sat, Apr 26, 2025 By: Bernama Text Size: Health Minister Datuk Seri Dr Dzulkefly Ahmad KOTA BARU: The Health Ministry is closely monitoring two key issues following the tariffs imposed by United States (US) President Donald Trump, particularly those affecting medical devices and pharmaceutical products. Health Minister Datuk Seri Dr Dzulkefly Ahmad said that although Trump had previously indicated an intention to exempt pharmaceuticals from these tariffs, recent developments suggest otherwise. 'Some of the announced tariffs remain unclear, and with Trump's unpredictability, we must remain vigilant. It is crucial for me, as the Minister of Health, to stay attentive to these two matters,' he told a press conference after opening the state-level 2025 Madani Afiat Programme in Tunjong here today. He was responding to questions about the potential impact of the US tariffs on the nation's healthcare supply chain. Dr Dzulkefly said the ministry was also making early preparations to find alternative markets and sources to ensure the continuity of the country's health supply is not affected. On April 2, Trump announced a series of reciprocal tariffs imposed on many countries, including 24 per cent on imports of goods from Malaysia, but this has now been postponed for 90 days. Meanwhile, regarding the ban on the sale of electronic cigarette (vape) products by the Terengganu government effective August 1, he said the ministry was determined to implement comprehensive regulation on vape products with the gazette of the Smoking Products Control for Public Health Act 2024. He said the act, which functions as a stand-alone legislation, would serve as a strong foundation for regulating all aspects related to smoking products, including their registration, sales, advertising, and nicotine content. 'Our approach is to enforce strict regulation. Sales to minors will be completely prohibited, and stringent controls will be in place to ensure there is no room for any form of leniency,' he said. He said the state government holds an important responsibility through its authority to deny business licences to entrepreneurs selling smoking products. He viewed the collaboration by the state government as a positive step towards safeguarding public health. The Terengganu government announced it will enforce a ban on the sale of vape products at all business premises across the state starting August 1. Terengganu Local Government, Housing and Health Committee Chairman Datuk Wan Sukairi Wan Abdullah was reported as saying that the enforcement is a proactive move by the state government to curb the sale and use of vape products, which pose health risks, particularly to the younger generation. * Follow us on Instagram and join our Telegram and/or WhatsApp channel(s) for the latest news you don't want to miss. * Do you have access to the Daily Express e-paper and online exclusive news? Check out subscription plans available. Stay up-to-date by following Daily Express's Telegram channel. Daily Express Malaysia
New Straits Times
26-04-2025
- Business
- New Straits Times
MOH closely monitoring US tariffs, focusing on medical devices, pharmaceutical products
KOTA BARU: The Health Ministry is closely monitoring two key issues following the tariffs imposed by United States (US) President Donald Trump, particularly those affecting medical devices and pharmaceutical products. Health Minister Datuk Seri Dr Dzulkefly Ahmad said that although Trump had previously indicated an intention to exempt pharmaceuticals from these tariffs, recent developments suggest otherwise. "Some of the announced tariffs remain unclear, and with Trump's unpredictability, we must remain vigilant. It is crucial for me, as the health minister, to stay attentive to these two matters," he told a press conference after opening the state-level 2025 Madani Afiat Programme in Tunjong here today. He was responding to questions about the potential impact of the US tariffs on the nation's healthcare supply chain. Dzulkefly said the ministry was also making early preparations to find alternative markets and sources to ensure the continuity of the country's health supply is not affected. On April 2, Trump announced a series of reciprocal tariffs imposed on many countries, including 24 per cent on imports of goods from Malaysia, but this has been postponed for 90 days. Meanwhile, regarding the ban on the sale of electronic cigarette (vape) products by the Terengganu government effective Aug 1, he said the ministry was determined to implement comprehensive regulation on vape products with the gazette of the Smoking Products Control for Public Health Act 2024. He said the act, which functions as a stand-alone legislation, would serve as a strong foundation for regulating all aspects related to smoking products, including their registration, sales, advertising, and nicotine content. "Our approach is to enforce strict regulation. Sales to minors will be completely prohibited, and stringent controls will be in place to ensure there is no room for any form of leniency," he said. He said the state government holds an important responsibility through its authority to deny business licences to entrepreneurs selling smoking products. He viewed the collaboration by the state government as a positive step towards safeguarding public health. The Terengganu government announced it will enforce a ban on the sale of vape products at all business premises across the state starting Aug 1. Terengganu Local Government, Housing and Health Committee Chairman Datuk Wan Sukairi Wan Abdullah was reported as saying that the enforcement is a proactive move by the state government to curb the sale and use of vape products, which pose health risks, particularly to the younger generation. – Bernama
The Star
26-04-2025
- Business
- The Star
Health Ministry closely monitoring new US tariffs, focusing on medical devices, pharmaceutical products, says Dr Dzulkefly
KOTA BARU: The Health Ministry is closely monitoring two key issues following the tariffs imposed by United States (US) President Donald Trump, particularly those affecting medical devices and pharmaceutical products. Health Minister Datuk Seri Dr Dzulkefly Ahmad said that although Trump had previously indicated an intention to exempt pharmaceuticals from these tariffs, recent developments suggest otherwise. "Some of the announced tariffs remain unclear, and with Trump's unpredictability, we must remain vigilant. It is crucial for me, as the Health Minister, to stay attentive to these two matters,' he told a press conference after opening the state-level 2025 Madani Afiat Programme in Tunjong here Saturday (April 26). He was responding to questions about the potential impact of the US tariffs on the nation's healthcare supply chain. Dzulkefly said the ministry was also making early preparations to find alternative markets and sources to ensure the continuity of the country's health supply is not affected. On April 2, Trump announced a series of reciprocal tariffs imposed on many countries, including 24% on imports of goods from Malaysia, but this has now been postponed for 90 days. Meanwhile, regarding the ban on the sale of electronic cigarette (vape) products by the Terengganu government effective Aug 1, he said the ministry was determined to implement comprehensive regulation on vape products with the gazette of the Smoking Products Control for Public Health Act 2024. He said the act, which functions as a stand-alone legislation, would serve as a strong foundation for regulating all aspects related to smoking products, including their registration, sales, advertising, and nicotine content. "Our approach is to enforce strict regulation. Sales to minors will be completely prohibited, and stringent controls will be in place to ensure there is no room for any form of leniency," he said. He said the state government holds an important responsibility through its authority to deny business licences to entrepreneurs selling smoking products. He viewed the collaboration by the state government as a positive step towards safeguarding public health. The Terengganu government announced it will enforce a ban on the sale of vape products at all business premises across the state starting Aug 1. Terengganu Local Government, Housing and Health Committee Chairman Datuk Wan Sukairi Wan Abdullah was reported as saying that the enforcement is a proactive move by the state government to curb the sale and use of vape products, which pose health risks, particularly to the younger generation. - Bernama
Malay Mail
26-04-2025
- Business
- Malay Mail
Health Ministry on alert over Trump tariffs' impact on pharmaceuticals, working on alternative sources, says Dzulkefly
KOTA BARU, April 26 — The Health Ministry is closely monitoring two key issues following the tariffs imposed by United States (US) President Donald Trump, particularly those affecting medical devices and pharmaceutical products. Health Minister Datuk Seri Dr Dzulkefly Ahmad said that although Trump had previously indicated an intention to exempt pharmaceuticals from these tariffs, recent developments suggest otherwise. 'Some of the announced tariffs remain unclear, and with Trump's unpredictability, we must remain vigilant. It is crucial for me, as the Minister of Health, to stay attentive to these two matters,' he told a press conference after opening the state-level 2025 Madani Afiat Programme in Tunjong here today. He was responding to questions about the potential impact of the US tariffs on the nation's healthcare supply chain. Dr Dzulkefly said the ministry was also making early preparations to find alternative markets and sources to ensure the continuity of the country's health supply is not affected. On April 2, Trump announced a series of reciprocal tariffs imposed on many countries, including 24 per cent on imports of goods from Malaysia, but this has now been postponed for 90 days. Meanwhile, regarding the ban on the sale of electronic cigarette (vape) products by the Terengganu government effective August 1, he said the ministry was determined to implement comprehensive regulation on vape products with the gazette of the Smoking Products Control for Public Health Act 2024. He said the act, which functions as a stand-alone legislation, would serve as a strong foundation for regulating all aspects related to smoking products, including their registration, sales, advertising, and nicotine content. 'Our approach is to enforce strict regulation. Sales to minors will be completely prohibited, and stringent controls will be in place to ensure there is no room for any form of leniency,' he said. He said the state government holds an important responsibility through its authority to deny business licences to entrepreneurs selling smoking products. He viewed the collaboration by the state government as a positive step towards safeguarding public health. The Terengganu government announced it will enforce a ban on the sale of vape products at all business premises across the state starting August 1. Terengganu Local Government, Housing and Health Committee Chairman Datuk Wan Sukairi Wan Abdullah was reported as saying that the enforcement is a proactive move by the state government to curb the sale and use of vape products, which pose health risks, particularly to the younger generation. — Bernama
