Taiwanese Nationals Busted in Bangkok for Illicit Cannabis Trade
BANGKOK, THAILAND — Thai authorities have arrested two Taiwanese nationals involved in an illicit cannabis smuggling operation. The two suspects, identified as MR. LIN, 30, and MR. CHANG, 29, were apprehended during separate raids in the Bang Rak and Din …
Korat-Based Cannabis Exporter Innovates with Aeroponics, Targets European Sales
NAKHON RATCHASIMA, THAILAND — As Thailand’s cannabis industry grapples with oversupply and plummeting prices, one company in Nakhon Ratchasima is charting a new course by embracing cutting-edge Aeroponic technology to produce high-quality cannabis for export. ORIENTAL PLANTATION CO., LTD., located …
Cutting-Edge Cannabis Lab Boosts Thailand’s Medical Research at Chiang Mai University
CHIANG MAI, THAILAND — Chiang Mai University is making significant strides in the field of medical cannabis with the launch of a cutting-edge research laboratory. The new facility, officially handed over on August 19, is equipped with advanced extraction technology …
Thailand’s Cannabis Journey: From Cultural Roots to Economic Boom and Legal Uncertainty
Since cannabis was removed from Thailand’s narcotics list in mid-2022, the plant’s economic and medical benefits have been hotly debated. However, a lack of clear laws and regulations has led to significant societal impacts, especially among children and adolescents. As …
Paetongtarn Shinawatra Steps Up as Thailand’s Second Female PM
BANGKOK, THAILAND — In a dramatic turn of events, Thailand’s parliament has elected PAETONGTARN SHINAWATRA, the 37-year-old daughter of THAKSIN SHINAWATRA, as the country’s youngest prime minister. The election comes just a day after she was thrust into the spotlight …