Last updated on August 21st, 2024 at 06:33 am
โข Why It Matters: The destruction of cannabis highlights the ongoing legal complexities in Thailand regarding cannabis use and possession.
โข Driving The News: Over a ton of confiscated cannabis worth more than 11 million baht was destroyed in Nakhon Phanom.
โข Zoom In: The destruction was conducted partially by burning, with the remainder buried to avoid air pollution.
NAKHON PHANOM, THAILAND โ Authorities in Nakhon Phanom have destroyed over a ton of confiscated cannabis, valued at more than 11 million baht, following the conclusion of five criminal cases. The destruction took place at the Nakhon Phanom Customs Office, where officials burned a portion of the cannabis, with the rest buried to prevent air pollution.
The cannabis, seized in various forms including compressed bricks and dried flowers, was confiscated for being in violation of the Narcotics Code. Critics argue that such destruction ignores the potential medical benefits of cannabis, which has been legalized for medical use in Thailand since 2018. Activists continue to push for broader access and use, advocating for a shift in policy that aligns with global trends recognizing cannabisโ therapeutic value.
Contributing Sources: MGR Online
