BANGKOK, THAILAND – The Thai government has approved a draft regulation aimed at tightening control over the production, import, and sale of cannabis extracts. According to the recent cabinet meeting, the new regulations focus on ensuring that cannabis extracts are used …
BANGKOK, THAILAND – Thai authorities have implemented a new regulation allowing cash rewards for people who report illegal cannabis sales. The new policy, effective since September 2024, targets unauthorized street vendors selling cannabis flowers without a proper license. NOPPHAN TANEERAT, the …
CHONBURI, THAILAND – Thai customs officials at Laem Chabang Port recently seized over 1.4 tons of cannabis destined for the United Kingdom, hidden within fitness equipment and gloves. This significant bust is valued at over 25 million baht and was part …
BANGKOK, THAILAND – In a significant legal victory, ASSOC. PROF. DR. WIRACHAI PHUTTAWONG, a prominent chemistry professor at Kasetsart University, has been cleared of accusations related to a 150 million baht fraud scheme involving a cannabis project. The case, which began …
BANGKOK, THAILAND – Cannabis advocates in Thailand are calling on Prime Minister PHAETONGTARN SHINAWATRA to fast-track much-needed revisions to the country’s cannabis law. VISARAT POTPRASERT, CEO of Thailand’s largest medical cannabis cultivation, Medical Marijuana Industrial Estate of Thailand, is among those …
BANGKOK, THAILAND – In a recent Facebook post, ASSOC. PROF. DR. THIRA WORATANARAT from Chulalongkorn University’s Faculty of Medicine shared important findings on the impact of cannabis use on driving. Citing a study from the University of Iowa, the research compared …
BANGKOK, THAILAND – In a strongly worded public statement, PANTHEP PUAPONGPAN, Dean of the Faculty of Oriental Medicine at Rangsit University, has urged the Thai government to expedite the Cannabis and Hemp Bill. He outlined a six-point proposal that calls for …
KOH PHANGAN, THAILAND — A dispute at a cannabis shop on Koh Phangan escalated into violence when PANUKORN WICHAIDIT, a former customer, allegedly attacked the shop owner with a sharp object after being denied free products. The incident has sparked concerns …
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 …
CHIANG MAI, THAILAND — A cannabis farm in Chiang Mai is facing backlash from nearby residents who say the strong odor from the plants is disrupting their daily lives. The issue came to light when a local resident shared her frustration …
BANGKOK, THAILAND — Thailand’s new cannabis regulations are set to reshape the industry, with a focus on public health and safety. The updated rules, effective January 2025, enforce strict guidelines on cannabis use and possession. Public smoking of cannabis is now …
BANGKOK, THAILAND — On September 13th, during the second joint session of the National Assembly, MP NICHAPA SUVANNANAK emphasized the importance of integrating medical cannabis into Thailand’s healthcare system, particularly through traditional medicine. NICHAPA advocated for the use of medical …
BANGKOK, THAILAND — The Thai government’s policy on medical cannabis continues to gain momentum as Deputy Prime Minister POOMTHAM WECHAYACHIAI confirmed that there is no opposition within the coalition. Speaking on September 10th, Poomtham emphasized that once a policy becomes …
BANGKOK, THAILAND — Deputy Prime Minister ANUTIN CHARNVIRAKUL has reiterated the Thai government’s commitment to advancing its cannabis policy, particularly in the realm of medical use. During his first day in office at the Ministry of Interior, Anutin confirmed that …
BANGKOK, THAILAND — Recent research from the United States has sparked interest in the potential cognitive benefits of cannabis, particularly for adults over the age of 45. The study, highlighted by Professor THIRAVAT HEMACHUDHA of Rangsit University’s Faculty of Eastern …
BANGKOK, THAILAND — DOD BIOTECH, a prominent player in Thailand’s biotech sector, has announced its decision to withdraw from the cannabis business, citing sustained financial losses and a challenging regulatory environment. The company, which had initially entered the cannabis market …
PATTAYA, THAILAND — A foreign tourist in Pattaya found himself in hot water after allegedly stealing a taxi while under the influence of cannabis. The incident unfolded in the early hours, when the tourist, visibly intoxicated, commandeered a parked taxi …
BANGKOK, THAILAND — A legal cannabis farm in the Phra Khanong district has become the center of a heated dispute between the farm owner and local residents. Neighbors have lodged numerous complaints about strong odors, noise, and moisture issues emanating …
MUKDAHAN, THAILAND The debate over cannabis cultivation in Thailand has reached a critical point in Mukdahan, where a local cannabis farm has agreed to relocate over 800 plants following a series of complaints from a nearby kindergarten. The farm, situated …
BANGKOK, THAILAND — As Thailand’s new government takes shape, Prime Minister PAETONGTARN SHINAWATRA has confirmed that the nation’s cannabis policy, initially championed by the Bhumjaithai Party, will continue without disruption. Speaking after a meeting focused on solidifying the new administration’s …
As cannabis becomes increasingly integrated into everyday life in Thailand, the rise in accidental consumption by pets has become a growing concern among veterinarians and pet owners alike. Recent reports indicate a significant uptick in the number of dogs and …
BANGKOK, THAILAND — The Bhumjaithai Party, a pivotal force in Thailand’s coalition government, is pushing forward with a comprehensive set of six major policy initiatives, with cannabis regulation taking a prominent role. At a press conference on September 2, Bhumjaithai’s …
BANGKOK, THAILAND — The UK’s National Crime Agency (NCA) has issued a stern warning to travelers from Thailand, Canada, and the United States: do not attempt to smuggle cannabis into the United Kingdom. This warning follows a dramatic increase in …
MAE SOT, THAILAND — Thai military forces made a significant cannabis bust along the border with Myanmar, seizing nearly 23 kilograms of the drug in an operation that underscores the ongoing challenges Thailand faces in regulating cannabis trade. The seizure, …
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 …