Starting from September, Singapore will increase penalties for illegal activities involving electronic cigarettes, especially cracking down on those involving drug adulteration.

The Singapore government announced on the 28th that starting from September 1, stricter penalties will be imposed on illegal activities related to electronic cigarettes, especially cracking down on the use and sale of electronic cigarettes containing prohibited substances. According to the new penalties announced by the Central Narcotics Bureau of Singapore, starting from September 1, penalties for those who possess, use, or purchase electronic cigarettes will be increased. First-time offenders will face higher fines, while repeat offenders will be required to participate in a three-month addiction rehabilitation program or face heavier penalties.