Thailand is poised to reclassify cannabis as a narcotic merely three years after decriminalizing recreational use, a move driven by social issues and government coalition strife. The policy shift aims to curtail an unregulated market that burgeoned after cannabis was removed from the narcotics list in 2022, resulting in numerous cannabis shops, especially in tourist hotspots. Health officials believe the current situation has negatively impacted youth. With new regulations requiring prescription for cannabis purchases, the industry, once projected to be worth $1.2 billion by 2025, faces significant setbacks.
The decision to reclassify cannabis as a narcotic comes amid social issues stemming from an unregulated market, particularly concerning its impact on youth.
With the Bhumjaithai Party leaving the coalition, the Thai government shifts focus back to controlling cannabis for medical use only, abandoning recreational legalization.
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