
Government to Realign Vape Tax Framework Following Court of Appeal Verdict
The Malaysian government will recalibrate its vape taxation approach to comply with a Court of Appeal decision affecting duty structures on nicotine-containing vape products.
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The Malaysian government will recalibrate its vape taxation approach to comply with a Court of Appeal decision affecting duty structures on nicotine-containing vape products.

A 37-year-old unemployed man has pleaded guilty to insulting members of the Terengganu royal family online and faces court-ordered psychiatric evaluation to assess his mental state.

Malaysia's Court of Appeal has determined that registered societies cannot initiate defamation proceedings, finding they lack the legal personality required to protect reputation interests.

Kenya's health minister has been found in contempt of court for continuing work on a US-backed Ebola quarantine facility at Laikipia Air Base despite judicial suspension orders. The controversial project has sparked legal battles and protests.

A Malaysian court has upheld a freeze on RM195 million held in Bersatu party accounts, a significant financial setback for the political organisation. The ruling has immediate implications for the party's operational capacity.