Malaysian Foreign Minister Faces Fine For Smoking At Eatery

Malaysia’s Foreign Minister Mohamad Hasan will be fined for smoking in a non-smoking area, Health Minister Dzulkefly Ahmad confirmed on Wednesday. Smoking at eateries has been illegal in Malaysia since 2019. Mohamad apologized and acknowledged receiving a violation notice, stating the fine amount is pending. Offenders face fines up to 5,000 ringgit ($1,120) under Malaysian law.