No need to follow others as our smoking control laws strong enough, says Dzulkefly

The Stars - Oct 15, 2024

KUALA LUMPUR: Malaysia has comprehensive regulations on smoking and tobacco control and does not need to follow other countries in banning vape and its products, says Datuk Seri Dr Dzulkefly Ahmad. Read full story

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