KUALA LUMPUR, May 20 -- The Selangor government has directed local councils to seize all vape-related advertisements across the state with immediate effect.

This move comes as part of early efforts to curb the rising use of electronic cigarettes, particularly among teenagers.

State executive councillor for public health Jamaliah Jamaluddin said the directive was made following a recent coordination meeting she chaired.

The meeting included officials from the Selangor Health Department, Economic Planning Unit, district health offices and local governments.

Authorities discussed various enforcement challenges, including licensing issues and the legal framework surrounding vape products.

They also raised concerns over online sales, whic...