In 2022, Thailand decriminalized cannabis but lacked regulations for its sale and use, resulting in a surge of licensed dispensaries. As the country plans to enforce stricter controls, allowing only medicinal use, it could lead to a major decrease in dispensaries, as noted by activist Chokwan "Kitty" Chopaka. The government's intention was to boost the economy through cannabis tourism, but the uncontrolled market has raised concerns. New regulations aim to address the loopholes and illegal distribution that have emerged since decriminalization.
"I understand what the government is doing. I don't agree with it," she told DW. "I feel the ones that are going to be left are the bigger shops, who actually have that war chest..."
The government had hoped that decriminalizing cannabis would turn it into a kind of cash crop for Thailand, boosting its tourism and agriculture sectors...
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