BANGKOK, THAILAND — Thailand’s new cannabis bill is designed to protect vulnerable groups, particularly children, while supporting the economic potential of the cannabis industry. According to SOMSAK THEPSUTIN, Minister of Public Health, the draft law, currently under review, outlines strict regulations …
• Why It Matters: The decision impacts both medical cannabis patients and the broader cannabis industry in Thailand. • Driving The News: The Thai government appears to be reconsidering the move to classify cannabis as an illegal narcotic, following public …
• Why It Matters: Activists are confident that their efforts will prevent cannabis from being reclassified as a narcotic, which could impact Thailand’s growing cannabis industry. • Driving The News: After a 10-day hunger strike, the “Writing Thailand’s Cannabis Future …
• Why It Matters: Proposed cannabis regulations may disproportionately benefit large corporations while sidelining traditional and smaller medical practitioners. • Driving The News: Activists and health experts have raised concerns about the new cannabis regulations potentially favoring big business at …
• Driving The News: ANUTIN CHARNVIRAKUL, leader of the Bhumjaithai Party, has taken a firm stand against the Pheu Thai Party’s attempt to reclassify cannabis as a narcotic, a move that could jeopardize the current government coalition. • Why It …
BANGKOK, THAILAND — The debate over cannabis reclassification in Thailand continues to intensify as Public Health Minister SOMSAK THEPSUTHIN addressed concerns surrounding the proposed move to reclassify cannabis as a Type 5 narcotic. On July 9, 2024, Somsak outlined the …
BANGKOK, THAILAND — The debate over cannabis in Thailand has taken a new turn as the Ministry of Public Health revealed that 80% of respondents in a recent public consultation support reclassifying cannabis as a narcotic. This comes just two …
Health Minister Somsak Thepsuthin discusses the potential reclassification of cannabis as a narcotic amidst mixed public opinion.
Rangsit University Dean debunks claims of increased psychiatric cases due to cannabis decriminalization, emphasizing the need for accurate data and evidence-based policies.
Deputy Government Spokesman Karom Phonphonklang warns against reclassifying cannabis as a narcotic, citing potential public harm and legal burdens.
Health Minister Somsak Thepsuthin schedules a meeting with the Thai Cannabis Network to discuss the future regulation of cannabis, following recent protests. Read more.
Health Ministry drafts new regulation to reclassify cannabis flowers as Type 5 narcotics, opening it for public consultation. Learn more about the proposed changes and their impact.
Prasit Chai Noonwal challenges doctors’ petition to reclassify cannabis as a narcotic, calling for a public debate based on factual evidence. Read more on the cannabis policy debate.
Dr. Pipat Nonthanathorn advises Health Minister Somsak Thepsuthin to develop a five-year cannabis master plan and push for comprehensive cannabis legislation.
Health Minister Somsak Thepsuthin addresses allegations of bias in cannabis regulation, emphasizing the need for balanced consideration of all viewpoints.
Health Ministry spokesperson defends Minister Somsak Thepsuthin against allegations of bias in cannabis regulation, emphasizing the need for balanced and evidence-based policies.
Health Minister Somsak Thepsuthin proposes reclassifying cannabis as a narcotic, citing increased mental health costs and social impacts. Read more about the debate and potential policy changes.