Igniting the BAN on SMOKING


Called the generational endgame (GEG), the new law is the Health Ministry’s ambitious move to ban smoking and vaping for those born in 2005 and beyond – even after they turn 18. – Agencies

THE move to create a smoke-free generation in Malaysia is about to spark off.

Getting the nod from Cabinet, the new Tobacco and Smoking Control Bill is expected to be tabled in the coming Dewan Rakyat meeting beginning tomorrow.

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