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Thailand to Restrict Cannabis Use to Medical Only

5/30/2025

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Thailand is set to roll back its 2022 cannabis decriminalization, confining use strictly to medical purposes. A proposed bill will restrict sales to licensed shops and patients with prescriptions, prompting fears among activists of a 90% drop in dispensaries. This move aims to tackle illegal distribution and smuggling while paving the way for comprehensive regulations in two years.

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Story summary

Thailand is set to roll back its 2022 cannabis decriminalization, confining use strictly to medical purposes. A proposed bill will restrict sales to licensed shops and patients with prescriptions, prompting fears among activists of a 90% drop in dispensaries. This move aims to tackle illegal distribution and smuggling while paving the way for comprehensive regulations in two years.