Viet Nam has introduced strict regulations imposing fines for the use and possession of e cigarettes and heated tobacco products, with penalties reaching up to $190 under a new government decree. The nationwide MoH calls for more regulation of e cigarette market 23 percent of Maldivians use tobacco Vietnam will ban e cigarettes and heated tobacco products starting in 2025, the National Assembly announced on 30 November. This decision aims to safeguard youth, promote long term health and wellness, and support Vietnam's Maldives Bans Import and Use of Vapes and E Cigarettes Ecigator Vietnam bans vapes, will fine tourists up to US$78 and jail e cigarette traders, producers South China Morning Post