- The Russian government plans to ban the addition of flavors to vapes. Teenage use has increased tenfold. Lawmakers have warned that nicotine-free vapeoils are also harmful. The Ministry of Health has prepared a list of “substances designed to increase the appeal of vapes”. If adopted, only liquids containing nicotine would continue to be sold.
- In March 2024, China’s vapeexports to Italy were approximately US$8.2 million, a month-on-month increase of 37.35%, and a year-on-year decrease of 24.09%; the export volume was approximately 144 tons, a month-on-month increase of 27.69%, and a year-on-year increase of 5.82%.
- The well-known vapebrand ASDF KOREA will launch the large-capacity replaceable pod vape”Unplug” on the 21st. It is equipped with a 700mAh battery and Type-C charging. It is available in seven flavors and will be sold through multiple channels in Korea.
- The vapebrand SP2S is preparing to open a store at Kuala Lumpur Airport in Malaysia. The store is currently in the renovation stage, and many large advertising posters are hung outside the store.
- The number of young people smoking in Norway is declining, and two well-known convenience store chains, Narvesen and 7 Eleven, have decided to gradually stop selling cigarettes to deal with regulatory and environmental challenges.
- The American Journal of Preventive Medicine published a study on the effectiveness of the drug varenicline in helping adults quit vapes. The vapewithdrawal trial performed well and is expected to become a good choice for vape usersto quit smoking.
- The Malaysian Ministry of Health is expected to fully implement the Public Health Smoking Products Control Act (Act 852) in June this year as a measure to address the increased use of vapesamong young people.