KUALA LUMPUR - The Prime Minister, Najib Tun Razak expressed the hope that the vape is not totally banned in the country.
Nazifuddin or Nazif Najib said he had personally seen the positive impact of significant events vape if done well and civilized.
"I support vaping if it is done with proper manners and procedures. Many of my acquaintances who vape, some even have quit smoking.
"I hope that this industry continues to grow in Malaysia. I do not agree with the ban vaping. We just need to vape with a responsible and ethical manner, "he said.
He was speaking through his Facebook status on uploaded within the last 24 hours.
According to Nazif, which is an issue and a problem is when vaping be done without control activities that lead to addiction.
He added, vaping is a good alternative to smoking.
"I think it still remains as an alternative to smoking and we should recognize the innovation and creativity that have arisen from this industry. Most impressively, most of the best products such as flavor vape juice comes from the local young entrepreneurs, "he said.
To show support for the activities of a healthy vape, Nazif earlier visit a store vape in Cyberjaya and spend time with young people involved in these activities.
The Health Ministry issued a statement a few days ago will act against the sale of nicotine-based flavor vape.
This is because, under the Poisons Act 1952 and the Food Act 1983, sales of nicotine on the open market without a license is against the law no matter vape nor banned by the government.
Nicotine is the chemical control but only excluded in the manufacture of tobacco products, while sales activity can only be made by a licensed pharmacist and a registered medical practitioner.
Traders who errant actually liable to a fine not exceeding RM3,000 or imprisonment up to one year or both, according to the existing laws.