Momentum is building in Southeast Asia 8 out of 11 ASEAN Member States have banned electronic smoking devices (ESDs). As calls for regional unity grow, one question remains: Will the rest Are ESDs banned in your country? SEATCA Travelling with E Cigarettes & Vapes Abroad Tablites Vaping is banned in countries like Mexico and Thailand here are the countries where it's illegal or restricted E cigarette newsAuthorities say e cigarette risks justify ban on vaping 'lifestyle' Vaping has soared in popularity over the last decade, growing from about 7 million users in 2011 to 41 million in 2018.