Unlike Thailand, Singapore and Laos, Malaysia does not have a blanket ban on the use and sale of vapes; but should it? We discuss the present regulatory framework for vapes and e-cigarettes as well as the gaps in implementation with Azrul Mohd Khalib, CEO, Galen Centre for Health & Social Policy.

Unlike Thailand, Singapore and Laos, Malaysia does not have a blanket ban on the use and sale of vapes; but should it? We discuss the&nbsp;present regulatory framework for vapes and e-cigarettes as well as the gaps in implementation with Azrul Mohd Khalib, CEO, Galen Centre for Health &amp; Social Policy.

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Vape Genie Out Of The Bottle, Difficult To Retreat

Morning Brief - Sep 7, 2026

Following UMNO's recent state election momentum, what will be the key signals to watch at the upcoming General Assembly? Adib Zalkapli, Managing Director of Viewfinder Global Affairs, joins The Morning Run to analyse the key dynamics expected at the AGM, including grassroots pressure over PAS cooperation and internal calls touching on the party's role within the ruling government coalition.

Adib explores the strategic significance of extending invitations to PAS leadership, key obstacles in Malay-majority seat allocations, and potential prime ministerial candidacy deadlocks. He also assesses why Pakatan Harapan must prepare for independent election scenarios and explains why immediate party leadership transitions remain a secondary priority for UMNO.

Following UMNO's recent state election momentum, what will be the key signals to watch at the upcoming General Assembly? Adib Zalkapli, Managing Director of Viewfinder Global Affairs, joins The Morning Run to analyse the key dynamics expected at the AGM, including grassroots pressure over PAS cooperation and internal calls touching on the party's role within the ruling government coalition.Adib explores the strategic significance of extending invitations to PAS leadership, key obstacles in Malay-majority seat allocations, and potential prime ministerial candidacy deadlocks. He also assesses why Pakatan Harapan must prepare for independent election scenarios and explains why immediate party leadership transitions remain a secondary priority for UMNO.

Vape Genie Out Of The Bottle, Difficult To Retreat

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