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Germany's Cannabis Legalization Faces Ongoing Controversy and Debate

4/1/2026

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Germany's cannabis legalization, enacted by the previous centre-left government, remains contentious two years later, with an impact report due in April 2028.
Health Minister Nina Warken (CDU) argues the policy harms youth and fuels crime.
Proponents MP Carmen Wegge and MP Christos Pantazis say feared harms have not occurred.
A study shows black market persists as legal consumption rises.
Germany has a significant medical marijuana market with rising imports.

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Story summary

Germany's cannabis legalization, enacted by the previous centre-left government, remains contentious two years later, with an impact report due in April 2028.
Health Minister Nina Warken (CDU) argues the policy harms youth and fuels crime.
Proponents MP Carmen Wegge and MP Christos Pantazis say feared harms have not occurred.
A study shows black market persists as legal consumption rises.
Germany has a significant medical marijuana market with rising imports.