Maldives Customs has seized vape cartridges valued at MVR 2.7 million following a special operation at the Malé Commercial Harbour on 4 December. Officers conducted the operation after identifying a sea-freight shipment that appeared to contain concealed illegal items.

A total of 10,800 vape cartridges were discovered hidden within the shipment. According to Customs, this is the largest single seizure since the nationwide ban on the sale and possession of vapes came into force.

Authorities report that more than 66,000 vapes have been confiscated so far this year as part of ongoing enforcement efforts. The latest case is now under further investigation.