Singapore immigration and checkpoint officers found and seized a total of 5,272 electronic cigarettes, or vapes, and related accessories concealed in the luggage of four foreign nationals arriving at Changi International Airport.
According to AsiaOne, from October 26 to 29, authorities intercepted 50 cases of travellers smuggling vapes at land, sea and air checkpoints, seizing more than 5,476 vapes and related components in total. The four foreign nationals were arrested and face severe penalties under Singapore’s tobacco and vaporisers control law.
Singapore’s anti-vaping law provides for up to nine years’ imprisonment and a fine of up to S$300,000, approximately US$234,000, for travellers who import vapes. Purchasing, using or possessing vapes can result in a fine of up to S$10,000. Article by: Rithy
