Supporters of Cannabis Prepare Legal Challenge Over Policy Reversal
In Bangkok, hundreds of cannabis entrepreneurs, farmers, and activists came together to protest the government’s proposed reclassification of marijuana as a narcotic, just two years after its decriminalization. During the…
Thai Government Faces Backlash Over Proposed Reclassification of Cannabis as a Narcotic
The recent reversal by the Pheu Thai-led government on the cannabis decriminalisation policy of the previous administration has sparked criticism, with activists pledging to protest against the plan to reclassify…
PM Announces Reclassification of Cannabis as a Narcotic by End of Year
Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin announced on Wednesday his intentions to reclassify cannabis as a narcotic by the conclusion of 2024. Using his X account, Mr. Srettha expressed his desire for…
Addressing Regulatory Frameworks for Cannabis in Thailand
After cannabis was delisted from the Narcotics Code in 2021, the uncontrolled and widespread use of the substance triggered public outcry, urging swift government intervention to regulate the situation. Despite…
How to Address Cannabis Usage
The recent spotlight on the legalization of cannabis has raised concerns about potential strains on the unity of the coalition government. Despite Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin’s reassurance that unity remains…
Government delays the approval of the cannabis ban legistlation
The government has decided to postpone the approval of a proposed bill aimed at prohibiting the recreational usage of cannabis, citing the necessity for further consultations with relevant parties. This…
Thailand’s cannabis industry threatened by legalization rollback
Thailand’s cannabis industry, which experienced growth following the decriminalization of cannabis, faces uncertainty as the government weighs potential re-regulation, potentially limiting recreational use. The proposed measures aim to confine cannabis…
Thailand moves ahead to ban recreational cannabis use
Recent reports have indicated that Thailand’s health ministry has put forth a draft bill seeking the prime minister’s approval to outlaw the recreational use of cannabis. This proposed reversal marks…
Draft bill on cannabis control not finished
The drafting of the cannabis and hemp control bill is still underway and has not yet been forwarded to the cabinet for approval, according to Public Health Minister Cholnan Srikaew.…
Public Health minister faces backlash in regards to Cannabis
Public Health Minister Cholnan Srikaew has faced criticism from pro-legalisation activists in Thailand after approving a new draft of the cannabis and hemp control bill. Activists claim that the minister…