Thailand becomes first Asian country to open legal cannabis consumption spaces

Thailand could soon remove cannabis from its list of controlled narcotics in addition to allowing the consumption of recreational cannabis and the cultivation of medical cannabis in private residences. The Bangkok Post reports that the Food and Drug Administration (FDA)has drafted a bill to legalise the household cultivation and consumption of medical cannabis and its […]

Thailand could be the next country to decriminalise cannabis

Thailand could very well be the first country in Asia to decriminalise the possession and consumption of cannabis after the recent legalisation of the drug for medical uses and for use in food and cosmetics. The country’s Food and Drug Administration is reportedly set to propose the removal of cannabis from a list of controlled […]

Thailand Plans to Run its First Medicinal Cannabis Tour in 2021

Following the Thai government’s landmark decision to allow for personal medicinal cannabis use – making it the first country in the region to do so – ministries are now planning to launch a medicinal cannabis tour next year.  Bangkok Post reports that as part of the new initiative, the government is aiming to launch an […]

Thailand to Allow Cannabis Use for Personal and Healthcare

In a landmark decision, Thailand is to allow the use of most parts of cannabis and hemp in cosmetics and food. Additionally, it is reported that individuals and businesses will be able to utilise hemp seeds and seed extract, as well as CBD. After the Thai parliament approved cannabis for medical and research purposes in […]